English summary: About NCR
NCR is the Dutch Council for Cooperatives; an association of cooperative enterprises in the Netherlands. NCR aims to be at the center of the discourse surrounding Dutch cooperatives. In doing so, NCR brings cooperatives together so they can meet, inspire and learn from each other.
NCR does this by facilitating conferences/symposia and the education of cooperative board members, supervisory board members and member-council members through our NCR Cooperative Academy. Furtermore, NCR maintains contacts with academics and educators specialised or associated with cooperatives to exchange ideas and information. Aditionally, NCR conducts its own research into cooperative themes such as remuneration, member commitment, governance, etc.
NCR was established in 1934, specifically for agricultural cooperatives. Since 2014, cooperatives from all different sectors are able to become a member. Broadening this horizon has showed the benefits of cross-pollination between cooperatives differing in sector and size.
NCR is a strong advocate of the cooperative model, because of our belief in its benefits and operation on behalf of its members through professional development activities and awareness, particularly among stakeholders. Thus, NCR strengthens the cooperative identity of our members and provides the necessary preparation to seize opportunities and overcome challenges ahead.
(International) memberships
NCR is a member of:
- Cogeca, the General Confederation of Agricultural Cooperatives in the European Union;
- Cooperatives Europe; the European region of ICA;
- NCR is one of the founders of Agriterra which provides expert advice to farmer organisations and cooperatives in developing economies.
Code for Cooperatives 2019
The NCR Code for Cooperatives was thoroughly revised in 2019 with the aim of making a contribution to improving the level of cooperative entrepreneurship, member involvement and the collective ethos. This is why the Code does not have an extensive check-list of dos and don’ts, but is based on principles. This is in line with the current social views on such codes. The 2019 Code envisages stimulating dialogue, both between cooperatives and within individual cooperatives.
Click the cover below to download the Code for Cooperatives 2019
Dutch Cooperative Landscape
NCR made a video detailing the Dutch Cooperative Landscape. Click the link below to watch it.
Questions?
If you would like to know more about the Dutch Council for Cooperatives or if you want to schedule an appointment, you can send us an email.