What is a co-op? Short overview (7 principles, solicit a few examples or reactions from attendees) -
DC Co-op Month -
Advocacy Day -
Background
Thoughts, reactions, questions
Outcomes desired
Vote on a day mid-end October
Topics that should be explored: Policy, Youth, General co-op awareness
Needs/Offers for event(s) - what can members of this group contribute?
Approach / next steps
Other Potential Engagements -
Shared calendar or list showing co-op related activities and engagements of stakeholders in the local/regional space
Social media outreach solidarity
Share information with a general hashtag (ie - #dccoops, #dccoopday, #dccoopmonth)
Instagram Roll Call - Invite members to utilize Instagram account to pitch their co-op, answer a few questions to grow co-op awareness and cross-promote through networks.
X?
Connect / Networking / Q&A -
Invite participants to present an ask or offer from what they are working on.
Something that stakeholders can help address, get feedback on, provide a referral for, or to amplify through networks.
X?
Additional Group Support -
Capacity Building -
In what areas is this group lacking sufficient support/capacity?
What areas are of most benefit to members to help grow or connect the co-op ecosystem in the DC area?
How can we address (short term vs long term), or what can members offer to support?