In celebration of the International Year of Cooperatives, CoMinnesota, Minnesota Farmers Union, the University of Minnesota Morris, and West Central Initiative launched the first-ever Minnesota Cooperative Summit at the end of July!
The two-day gathering uplifted Minnesota’s rich history of cooperation—and invited new voices to shape its future. The event welcomed those deeply rooted in cooperative work, like Nexus, as well as those exploring it for the first time. Attendees heard real-life success stories, discovered cooperative strategies, and connected across sectors and geographies. It was a launchpad for cooperative action, showcasing how cooperation can help address Minnesota’s economic and social challenges and shape a stronger, more inclusive future.
Diana Siegel-Garcia, Christina Nicholson, and Nkuli Shongwe from our Community Wealth Building team presented on North Star and our Shared Ownership Center, connected with fellow changemakers, and left with tools and inspiration for our future work!
Photo credit: Heather Elaine Fotography