A privacy respecting nonprofit 100% user owned co-op.
Voluntary membership: Any person who is willing to accept the responsibilities of co-op membership and who wishes to use the services of a cooperative is welcome to become a member
Democratic member control: Co-ops are controlled by their members. Members have control over setting policies for the co-op and making decisions for the cooperative.
Member economic participation: Members contribute to the capital of the co-op democratically and equitably. Most of the capital of a co-op remains the property of the co-op and isnโt redistributed to members.
Autonomy and independence: Co-ops are meant to be autonomous and democratically controlled, meaning they arenโt subject to control by outside organizations.Education, training and information: A cooperative provides education and training to members and board members to allow them to contribute to the development of the co-op.
Cooperatives also seek to inform and educate the public about the mission and operation of a co-op.
Cooperation among cooperatives: Co-ops will often work together, creating regional, national and international structures that help to improve the community and create a better world.
Concern for community: The policies approved by the members of a cooperative should help to develop the community around the co-op in a sustainable