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SUMMARY:Care Together: How Co-operatives and Mutuals can help solve problems in social care
DESCRIPTION:NENA-run presentation and workshop by Gillian McFee (Gillian McFee & Associates and BCCM)\, Antony McMullen (Co-operatives Bonds and BCCM) and Pete Cohen (Collaborate and Deliver). \nThrough interactive discussion and case studies\, this online workshop will explore how new models of ownership give agency to people who receive care and people who deliver care in such areas as disability\, veterans and aged care. It will showcase new place-based models of care designed around co-operative values and principles that put relationships back into care.
URL:https://bccm.coop/event/care-together-how-co-operatives-and-mutuals-can-help-solve-problems-in-social-care/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20221005T160000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20221005T173000
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SUMMARY:Responding to the climate and energy crisis with cooperation
DESCRIPTION:Join NENA for an important conversation about Australia’s energy crisis and how creating cooperative responses is our most promising way forward. \nIn this webinar\, Godfrey Moase and Colin Long will discuss the current energy crisis\, the transformation of the energy system to respond to the decarbonisation imperative\, and how CoPower and other co-operatives are building a co-operative ecosystem response to put energy back in public and social control. \nABOUT OUR SPEAKERS \n\nGodfrey Moase is the Executive Director of Allied Industries at the United Workers Union and founder and board member of CoPower\nColin Long is Just transitions\, climate and cooperatives organiser at Victorian Trades Hall Council and board member of CoPower and Earthworker.\nFacilitated by Antony McMullen\, Co-operative Bonds / BCCM
URL:https://bccm.coop/event/responding-to-the-climate-and-energy-crisis-with-cooperation/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20221010T163000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20221010T180000
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SUMMARY:ESG Partner Project Community of Practice meeting
DESCRIPTION:Invitation only – BCCM Member ESG Community of Practice meeting \nThe next ESG Partners project’s Community of Practice meeting will take place on Monday\, 10 October 2022\, 4:30 pm – 6:00 pm AEST.  We will present a case study example and have a guest speaker – the agenda and further details will be circulated nearer the date.
URL:https://bccm.coop/event/esg-partner-project-community-of-practice-meeting-oct22/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20221011T103000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20221011T123000
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SUMMARY:An Introduction to Co-operatives and Mutuals
DESCRIPTION:This unique program has been developed to provide foundational information about co-operatives and mutuals for your employees. \nDeveloped especially as an easy and affordable induction training for new employees\, this industry developed course is relevant for staff at all levels to ensure a consistent level of knowledge across the co-operative and mutual enterprise (CME) sector. \nIt is designed to ensure CME employers can provide an introductory overview of the business model and the CME sector to new and existing staff. \nThe key objective is to educate and to inspire people working in the sector to understand more about the unique role and contribution of co-operatives and mutuals to help them in their role in their CME\, whether frontline staff\, management or directors. It will help build a meaningful connection between the employee and the wider CME sector\, as well strengthening the relationship with their individual employer. \nThis is achieved through a deeper understanding of the fundamental principles which underpin CMEs as businesses that put purpose\, people\, and communities at the heart of the enterprise. \nIt is delivered in a live and interactive webinar structure with a unique live Q&A with a sector leader. Knowledge is delivered in a fun and accessible format. \nBy undertaking the course\, your employees will learn: \n\nAbout the co-operative and mutual business model and how it is different to other kinds of business structures.\nAbout the purpose of co-ops and mutuals and how they are structured to benefit members.\nSome real examples of co-ops and mutuals through case studies.\nHow co-ops and mutuals and started here and around the world\, and\,\nWhy working for a co-op or mutual matters – in a live conversation with a senior co-op or mutual business leader.\n\nLearning outcomes\nUpon completing the course attendees will be able to demonstrate their understanding of: \n\nThe size\, scale and impact of the co-op and mutual sector in Australia.\nThe unique nature and fundamental concepts of co-operative and mutual businesses.\nSimilarities and differences from other business models including shareholder owned businesses.\nThe origins and development of co-operatives and mutuals in Australia and overseas (including mutual ADIs\, Friendly Societies\, agricultural and retail co-ops).\nThe seven global co-operative principles and the three mutual values.\nWhy co-operatives and mutuals matter to a sustainable economy and society.\n\nGuest speaker – Paul Ranson\, CEO\, Bank of Us\n\n \nPaul joined Bank of us as Chief Executive Officer in 2005 and has been responsible for laying the foundations for the growth and development of the company. Prior to joining Bank of us\, Paul had 25 years’ experience in local government including 18 years’ combined experience as General Manager at Meander Valley and West Tamar Councils. \nPaul is a Director (Chair) of the Tasmanian Chamber of Commerce & Industry and is a past President of the Launceston Chamber of Commerce and Local Government Managers Australia (Tasmania Division). He is a life member of Local Government Managers Australia and a Fellow and Graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors. \n\nRegister\nBook online for you and your staff to attend An Introduction to Co-operatives and Mutuals – multiple dates available. \nEmail the BCCM education team if you require additional information. \n  \nThe material presented by BCCM is distributed as an information source only and is subject to change without notice. \nBCCM and course presenters make no statements\, representations\, or warranties about the accuracy\, completeness or reliability of\, and you should not rely on\, any information contained in this presentation. You should make your own inquiries and obtain advice specific to your particular circumstances. \nDespite our best efforts\, to the extent permitted by law\, BCCM and course presenters disclaim all responsibility and all liability (including without limitation\, liability in negligence) for all expenses\, losses (including direct and indirect losses)\, damages and costs you may incur as a result of the information presented being inaccurate or incomplete in any way\, and for any reason; or being subject to update in legislation.
URL:https://bccm.coop/event/an-introduction-to-co-operatives-and-mutuals-oct2022/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20221013T120000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20221013T140000
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SUMMARY:Company Secretaries Forum
DESCRIPTION:Invitation only – BCCM member event \nOnline \nA forum for co-operative and mutual secretaries to raise and discuss contemporary governance issues and network with colleagues.
URL:https://bccm.coop/event/company-secretaries-forum-september-2022/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20221017T163000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20221017T180000
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SUMMARY:ESG Partner Project webinar
DESCRIPTION:Invitation only – BCCM Member – ESG Partner Project webinar \nMore information coming soon \n 
URL:https://bccm.coop/event/esg-partner-project-webinar-oct22/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20221019T130000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20221019T140000
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SUMMARY:NSW Parliamentary Friends of Mutuals and Co-operatives BBQ
DESCRIPTION:Member event for NSW members \nMore information: Email nicole.vlakic@bccm.coop \nNSW based members of the BCCM are cordially invited to attend the first meeting of the NSW Parliamentary Friends of Co-operatives and Mutuals to enjoy a roof-top BBQ and sample co-operative produce\, and to meet with Parliamentarians. \nAbout the Group \nThe Business Council of Co-operatives and Mutuals (BCCM) has advocated for the first ever Parliamentary Friends Group for Co-ops and Mutuals in the New South Wales Parliament since our formation in 2013. The Group was inaugurated on 9 June 2022 at a meeting attended by BCCM CEO\, Melina Morrison. \nThe Group has been established to represent the 750 NSW based co-ops and mutuals in the 57th Parliament of NSW. It will provide a forum for members of Parliament to meet and interact with mutual and co-operative businesses on matters relating to levelling the playing field for our sector. \nRead more about the launch of this group.
URL:https://bccm.coop/event/nsw-parliamentary-friends-of-mutuals-and-co-operatives-bbq/
LOCATION:NSW Parliament House\, 6 Macquarie Street\, Sydney\, NSW\, 2000\, Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20221019T160000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20221019T170000
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SUMMARY:Social Care Community of Practice
DESCRIPTION:Invitation only \nThe next Social Care Community of Practice will be held on Wednesday\, 19 October 2022\, 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm AEST. \nMeeting Agenda\n1. Welcome and introductions\nMelina Morrison\, CEO\, BCCM \n2. Care Together Program Update\nGillian McFee\, Adviser Social Care\, BCCM \n3. Interview with Nundah Community Enterprises Co-operative\nFacilitated by Gillian McFee\nRichard Warner\, Co-ordinator\, Nundah Co-op\nDirector\, Nundah Co-op \n4. Q & A and feedback session\nCommunity of Practice Members \n>5. Closing comments\nNext Community of Practice – Wednesday\, 30 November 2022 \nPlease email Nicole Vlakic to apply to join the Social Care Community of Practice.
URL:https://bccm.coop/event/social-care-community-of-practice-oct22/
LOCATION:Online
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