This document summarizes the origins and key concepts of cooperatives. It discusses important theorists and organizations in the development of the cooperative movement such as Robert Owen, the Rochdale Pioneers, and Friedrich Raiffeisen. It also outlines the key values of cooperatives including self-help, self-responsibility, democracy, equality, equity and solidarity that form the basis of the cooperative principles. Finally, it discusses concepts relevant to cooperatives including hybrid models, isomorphization, and false cooperatives.
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