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As a purpose-driven organization, we strictly adhere to the seven internationally recognized cooperative principles that form the foundation of our governance and operations:
- Voluntary and Open Membership: We are a voluntary organization, open to all persons able to use our services and willing to accept the responsibilities of membership, without gender, social, racial, political, or religious discrimination.
- Democratic Member Control: We are a democratic organization controlled by our members, who actively participate in setting policies and making strategic decisions.
- Member Economic Participation: Members contribute equitably to, and democratically control, the capital of our cooperative.
- Autonomy and Independence: We are an autonomous, self-help organization controlled entirely by our members.
- Education, Training, and Information: We provide ongoing education and training for our members, elected representatives, managers, and employees to ensure they can contribute effectively to our collective development.
- Cooperation among Cooperatives: We serve our members most effectively and strengthen the cooperative movement by working closely together through local, regional, national, and international structures.
- Concern for Community: While focusing on member needs, we work continuously for the sustainable development of our rural communities through policies approved by our members.
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