About CWA

Co-operatives WA*

STATEMENT OF CORPORATE INTENT

Purpose – The representative body for the promotion and development of the co-operative movement in Western Australia.

Vision – To be recognised as a leading authority on the co-operative movement in Australia making a significant contribution to Western Australian business and society achieved through the active participation and commitment of its members.

OBJECTIVES & STRATEGIES

MEMBERSHIP

To encourage, promote and develop membership by

broadening the base of prospective members
providing value added member service
proactively marketing co-operative structures to the broader community.

KNOWLEDGE

To develop, maintain and share a definitive co-operative knowledge base by

providing a knowledge base of co-operative information
providing Co-operative Education to the membership
facilitating communication with all Stakeholders

FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE

Ensure Co-operatives WA is financially sustainable by

prioritising allocation of resources and capital against Strategic Plan
lobbying for Government assistance
reviewing membership fee structure
developing multiple revenue streams

GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS

Positively influence all levels of Government on co-operative matters by

positioning CWA as a government service provider for co-operative matters
developing relationships with State & Local Government
providing regulatory advice and co-operative knowledge to Government

CO-OPERATIVE LEADERSHIP

Demonstrate the benefits of Co-operative Principles to stakeholders by

developing a Marketing Plan (Marketing Our Co-op Advantages)
demonstrating sound corporate governance

* Co-operatives WA is the registered business name of The Co-operative Federation of Western Australia Inc.