Cooperatives and Mutuals Leadership Circle - CM50

The is a dedicated effort by the International Cooperative Alliance to expand the cooperative and mutuals market share as part of the UN 2030 Agenda on Sustainable Development and beyond. It brings together cooperative and mutual leaders from across the globe. The Official Launch of CM50, its Manifesto and Commitment Plan will be held in Doha, Qatar on 3 November 2025.

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Registration for the World Social Summit is now open!

The Second World Summit for Social Development (WSSD2), known as the World Social Summit 2025, is a landmark global event focused on fostering inclusive social development and addressing key challenges to enhance well-being for all. It serves as a platform for governments, civil society organizations, private sector actors, and other stakeholders to collaborate on policies that promote inclusivity, equity, and sustainability.

It will be held from November 4 to 6, 2025, in Doha, Qatar, where the Heads of State or Government will gather to adopt a declaration to advance global social development and reinvigorate efforts to implement the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and its 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Organisations whose accreditation has been approved should by now have received registration details. You may register here: https://indico.un.org/event/1019808/.

The CM50 meeting will take place on 3 November at the Hilton Doha. We will publish the CM50 program and meeting materials shortly. Logistical information can be found here: https://social.desa.un.org/world-summit-2025/logistical-info and here: https://social.desa.un.org/world-summit-2025/participate.

Cooperative Engagement in the Political Declaration

Cooperatives will actively engage with Member States to ensure the recognition and inclusion of the cooperative model in the Political Declaration. The CM50 effortswill emphasize the role of cooperatives in advancing social development, economic democracy, and sustainable livelihoods.

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Our Roadmap

Milestones and Programming for the CM50 in 2025

First stop

Coordinate strategies

Second stop

Finalise key documents

Third stop

Conduct final preparations

World Social Summit

Official Launch of the CM50, its Manifesto and Agenda 2030 Commitment Plan to global leaders

CM50 Objectives and Vision

Foster Growth and Innovation

Build a network of C-suite leaders from cooperatives and mutuals worldwide to share best practices, drive innovation, and facilitate sector-wide growth and collaboration.

Advocate for National Commitments

Encourage governments to support and expand cooperative and mutual businesses, inspired by examples like the UK Government's pledge to double its cooperative sector.

Influence Global Policy Outcomes

Use the World Social Summit as a platform to position the cooperative and mutual business model as a key solution to global challenges.

Promote Cooperatives as Catalysts

Highlight cooperatives' vital contributions to the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, advocating for a cooperative-driven vision for a fairer and more sustainable future.

CM50 meeting in Manchester

CM50 Meeting in Manchester

Opening Video with images from the CM50 in Madrid

Watch the opening video original song with images from the CM50 meeting in Madrid! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tRGGF8VasvM&t=9s

CM50 Event In Madrid

CM50 organisers

CM50 members

Key Outcomes of CM50 Engagement

Our footprint at the Second UN World Social Summit (WSS)

The IYC2025 will culminate at the WSS in Doha, Qatar (4–6 November 2025). Here, world leaders will assess the global social contract, providing cooperatives and mutuals a platform to showcase their contributions to advancing the SDGs and driving equitable development.

Accelerating SDG Progress

Cooperatives and mutuals will leverage the WSS to accelerate progress on the SDGs during the final five years of the 2030 Agenda. By advocating for supportive policies, legislation, and financial incentives, the CM50 will position cooperatives as drivers of meaningful, sustainable change and champions of "globalization from the ground up."

A Bold Vision for Change

The WSS presents a unique opportunity for cooperatives and mutuals to articulate a compelling vision for a more equitable, sustainable, and prosperous world, highlighting their role in fostering a human-centered economy.

Strategic Impact

Through purpose-led business models, democratic structures, and long-term sustainability, cooperatives and mutuals will demonstrate their ability to address critical global challenges effectively.

Our Impact

3 Billion+

People served by cooperatives globally

$2.4 Trillions

Combined annual revenue of top 300 cooperatives

12%

Of humanity is part of any of the 3 million cooperatives