The TPOCo Cooperative Project Overview subforum is the central space for discussing the establishment and organization of the TPOCo Cooperative. This forum is dedicated to laying the groundwork for the cooperative, covering everything from legal considerations and financial planning to membership structure and governance.

Key Topics Include:

• Legal Foundations: Discuss the legal requirements and challenges of founding a cooperative in Australia that serves a global membership. Explore options for ensuring compliance and flexibility in various international contexts.
• Financial Planning: Collaboratively develop a financial strategy for the cooperative, including initial funding, revenue generation, and income distribution among members.
• Membership and Governance: Define the membership structure, including roles, responsibilities, and rights. Establish a governance framework that aligns with cooperative principles and ensures democratic decision-making.
• International Reach: Explore ways to effectively manage and support a diverse, global membership while maintaining strong connections and a shared purpose.
• Sustainability and Growth: Strategize on how to ensure the long-term sustainability and growth of the cooperative, including potential partnerships, scaling efforts, and community engagement.

How to Get Involved:

• Contribute Your Expertise: Share your knowledge in areas like law, finance, organizational management, and cooperative governance to help shape the foundation of the TPOCo Cooperative.
• Collaborate on Key Decisions: Participate in discussions and decision-making processes that will define the structure and operation of the cooperative.
• Help Build the Future: Work with other members to establish a cooperative that not only drives TPOCo and CoActNet initiatives but also serves as a model for collaborative innovation.