Thursday 3/27, 1p eastern, 12p central, 11a mountain, 10a pacific
Saviorism, NO! Cooperation, YES!: Organizing For Self-Determination a panel discussion on organizing with our communities lead by Darnell Adams of Firebrand Cooperative with panelists Erica "Zenzele" Hardison, One Community Food Co-op; amaha sellassie, Gem City Market; Tamah Yisrael, TMH Financial & Management Solutions
Join us for a dynamic panel discussion exploring the transformative shift from "doing for" to "walking with" in community organizing. This conversation will highlight the power of trust, collaboration, and centering community voices in cooperative efforts. Panelists will discuss the importance of moving from individual leadreship to collective leadership, challenging traditional approaches to organizing, and inviting attendees to rethink how they engage members/owners in their own cooperatives. They will share stories of successes and challenges in their organizing efforts, recognizing that communities create econoies, while also combating systemic issues that hinder progress. Whether you're part of a startup co-op, an established store, or a co-op that is thriving or struggling, this discussion will offer insights into building community-driven leadrship that is critical to a sustainable and just cooperative movement.
When
March 27, 2025 from 12:00 PM CDT to 1:00 PM CDT