United Nations International Day of Cooperatives

Celebrated every year on the first Saturday of July, Coops Day raises awareness of how cooperatives advance sustainable development.
On 4 July 2026, cooperative members and leaders worldwide celebrated under the theme: Driving Inclusive and Sustainable Solutions for a Better World.

Events took place across the globe, including a hybrid gathering at United Nations Headquarters in New York. These celebrations formed part of the International Year of Cooperatives 2026 (IYC 2026).