International Cooperative Research Group (ICRG)

Happy New Year from OCDC ICRG! ?? As we reflect on the past year, we would like to express our sincerest appreciation to you, our valued colleagues, supporters, and partners, for your support throughout the ICRG’s research, learning, and dissemination activities in 2024! From releasing new research that examines the measurable impact of cooperative membership in Central America to launching a toolkit designed to increase cooperative business continuity and resilience, your support has made it all possible and enabled us to effectively increase the impact and uptake of international cooperative development in USAID-assisted countries and beyond. Looking ahead to 2025, the United Nations International Year of Cooperatives, we are energized and inspired to continue leveraging the transformative power of data to advance research for development.?Thank you for being an integral part of our journey toward a brighter, more cooperative future!

?? New data shows that cooperative members enjoy a measurable economic and social difference as compared to the larger population. Read more about the difference cooperatives are making in the lives of their members in Central America today!

This week, we released the findings from our 'What Difference Do Cooperatives Make in Central America' research at #IMPACTcon24! This research showcases the measurable economic and social difference for cooperative members in the region. Read more about the outcomes: bit.ly/47VYaaT

We are proud to partner with Devex in the #RootsofChange content series focusing on localization! In this video clip from the series, Judith Hermanson, ICRG Director, highlights the strategic and intentional use of #cooperatives to advance local priorities and the power of #data to convene stakeholders around research outcomes and enable evidence-based action.

?? Join OCDC ICRG for this LinkedIn live event on July 31, which we have organized in partnership with Devex as part of our #RootsofChange series! We will explore bridging gaps between local and international organizations, innovative collaboration models, policies supporting local entities, and advocacy's role in systemic change. Register to attend: https://dvx.cm/7osjfe

Happy #CoopsDay! Findings from our recently completed “What Difference Do Cooperatives Make" study demonstrate that cooperative members experience better financial well-being, heightened trust in their local communities, and enhanced social support networks — fostering social capital and resilience. Data contributes to building a better future for all by providing a platform for dialogue and creating pathways for broad-based economic opportunity, equity, ownership, leadership, resilience, and social inclusion. Read more about the transformative role localized cooperative research and data collection can play in the ICRG's op-ed featured in the #RootsofChange campaign, produced in partnership with Devex: https://lnkd.in/exS44CHJ"

Today,?Judith Hermanson, ICRG Director, presented outcomes of OCDC ICRG research at International Cooperative Alliance - Africa's Midterm Review of the 13th Africa Ministerial Cooperative Conference, sharing how?#cooperatives leveraged and strengthened member trust and commitment during #COVID19. Read more about the resilience exhibited by cooperatives in the study here: bit.ly/44M04tj

We are hiring a Communications Assistant to join our team! In this role, you will play a critical role in the process of sharing information, research findings, and knowledge with our target audiences. This entry-level position is located at the nexus of research and dissemination in the international development research space and provides an invaluable opportunity to learn and grow professionally. Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/eZg6cwFm

Judith Hermanson, Director of the International Cooperative Research Group (ICRG), shares how to unlock the full potential of locally led development through #cooperatives and #data in her recent op-ed! #RootsofChange #CoopResearch

The U.S. Overseas Cooperative Development Council (OCDC) International Cooperative Research Group (ICRG) is thrilled to partner with Devex in the new content series, Roots of Change! Join us as we delve into the localization agenda and explore turning rhetoric into reality in locally led development. Explore the series ?? https://lnkd.in/d2FnCkaZ