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Stephen R. McDow II’s Unseen Video Of Talk At Cooperatives UK Retail Conference 2019

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“Thanks to Elaine Dean, Ed Mayo, and the entire Cooperative community in the United Kingdom for being such a good ally and friends. This is one of the coolest moments in my life.” Stephen R. McDow II In 2019, Stephen’s wife, Rebecca J. McDow, recorded his session at the 2019 Cooperatives UK Retail Conference. Stephen never shared the video because he felt the time wasn’t right. Check out the video. Related Links: Continue reading Stephen R. McDow II’s Unseen Video Of Talk At Cooperatives UK Retail Conference 2019

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Nebulae Smart Chair projected to be ‘multi-billion dollar disruptor’ By Sam Lewis AMP UK

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A new wheelchair design from Nebulae Global is projected to be a ‘multi billion dollar disruptor’ according to a statement released by the company. The patented product is in the proof-of-concept stage of design, with Nebulae claiming it offers mobility features not usually found in similar products. More specifically The Smart Chair was developed to achieve current modalities of manual and electric wheelchairs, the company said, in addition to offering full range motion, including lowering users on to and off of the floor. Continue Reading Continue reading Nebulae Smart Chair projected to be ‘multi-billion dollar disruptor’ By Sam Lewis AMP UK

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Stephen McDow II, Director of Membership, Outreach and Education at the Keystone Development Center Appears on Everything Co-op, June 20, 2019

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Stephen McDow II, Director of Membership, Outreach and Education at the Keystone Development Center Appears on Everything Co-op, June 20, 2019 Listen Now   Tune in to WOL 1450 AM, Thursday, June 20, 10:30 a.m. for Everything Co-op, hosted by … Continue reading Stephen McDow II, Director of Membership, Outreach and Education at the Keystone Development Center Appears on Everything Co-op, June 20, 2019

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Co-Ops Are Inclusive Places For Rural & Urban Dwellers

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Cooperatives enterprises have a long history of making a economic and social impact for people around the world. Please learn more about cooperatives and then join one in your community. You have many choices, a credit union, grocery store, bakery, brewery, housing and more. Below are a few resources to help you connect. Learn About Cooperatives National Cooperative Business Association US Federation of Worker Cooperatives Everything Coop Co-Operatives UK Inclusive Economy The Five Characteristics of an Inclusive Economy Continue reading Co-Ops Are Inclusive Places For Rural & Urban Dwellers

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NCBA CLUSA: In a Climate of Racial Tension, Let’s Lift Up Co-ops as Places of Inclusion

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The arrest of two black men at a Philadelphia coffee shop earlier this month underscores the deep current of inequality, bigotry and bias that still runs through too much of America. For far too many, this broader pattern in how … Continue reading NCBA CLUSA: In a Climate of Racial Tension, Let’s Lift Up Co-ops as Places of Inclusion