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On 30 March, we celebrate the 208th birthday of Friedrich Wilhelm Raiffeisen – a fitting moment to reflect one of Europe’s most influential social reformers. His cooperative principles of self‑help,…
The IRU – International Raiffeisen Union participated in a high-level online side event held in the framework of the 64th Session of the United Nations Commission for Social Development (CSocD64)…
We are very proud to welcome the National Confederation of Cooperatives (NATCCO) as a new member of the IRU – International Raiffeisen Union network. With NATCCO joining our community, we are…
In cooperation with its member organisations from all over the world, many contributions of best practice examples have been compiled in this latest publication showcasing how Raiffeisen and its cooperative principles nowadays are actively lived and practically implemented in the various countries. Read more
The environment of the organisation today is completely different from when it was founded in 1968. By 2018, the reality of life in the member countries, the national and international challenges, have changed significantly. The IRU has managed to assert itself while preserving the tried and tested. Over 50 years, the shared ‘Raiffeisen ideology’ formed the cohesive kit that held the core group of members together. So it’s time to take a look back to honour the development of half a century. The essence of the organisation’s history is bundled in the booklet “50 Years of IRU – A Chronicle”. Read more
