To popularize cooperative education with focus on entrepreneurship amongst youth, the ICA Domus Trust (IDT) and Uralungal Labour Contract Co-operative Society (ULCCS) Limited are organising the Coop Pitch 2024 Competition, a groundbreaking event dedicated to fostering cooperative entrepreneurship among the next generation of leaders. Set against the academic backdrop of the Indian Institute of Management, Kozhikode (IIM-K), Kerala, India the event will be held from October 16 to 18, 2024.
As a part of ULCCS’s centenary celebrations, Coop Pitch 2024 which is designed to engage and empower young minds, offers a unique platform for aspiring entrepreneurs to explore the power of cooperative business models. Participants will delve into the principles and practices of collective entrepreneurship, guided by seasoned experts through hands-on activities that promote innovative thinking and collaboration.
Coop Pitch 2024 will focus on critical themes that address some of the most pressing challenges of our time:
- Agri-tech and Safe Food: Innovations in agriculture and food safety.
- Care Economy and Social Sector: Cooperative solutions for social care and welfare.
- Platform Cooperatives: Digital platforms operated as cooperatives.
- Sustainability & Green Economy: Eco-friendly business models.
- Education and Skills: Enhancing educational initiatives and skill development.
Coop Pitch 2024 isn’t just about ideas—it’s about action. The top finalist teams will be awarded significant grant money, with Rs 1,00,000 in total prizes (1st prize: Rs 50,000; 2nd prize: Rs 30,000; 3rd prize: Rs 20,000) to fuel their cooperative enterprises. Moreover, these budding entrepreneurs will benefit from a year-long mentorship program, ensuring they have the guidance and resources needed to turn their visionary ideas into successful, sustainable businesses.
This is a unique opportunity for young innovators ready to make a difference. Registration for Coop Pitch 2024 is now open, and interested participants are encouraged to register for this event. For more details on the event, speakers, and mentors, visit the official website athttps://idt.coop/coop-pitch/.