B4Coop is on a transformative journey of empowering communities through cooperative enterprises. Join us in building a resilient and thriving future for every community affected by war
Bright for Cooperatives (B4Coop)
Our name Bright for Cooperatives (B4Coop) is our commitment, stands for “Bringing Beneficial Interventions for Growth, Highness, and Transformation of Cooperative Enterprises Market System Development (CEMSD) in conflict- and war-affected countries. We envision a brighter and more resilient future, achieved through sustainable CEMSD in regions scarred by conflict and war.
What We Do
B4Coop empowers Post-War Cooperative Enterprises in conflict zones, aiming for socio-economic recovery through member investment and ownership
Community Resilience and Recovery
Cooperative enterprises play a pivotal role in community resilience and recovery after conflict. By empowering local communities to actively participate in cooperative initiatives through member investment, member management, and ownership, you contribute to rebuilding social structures and fostering economic stability.
Access to Markets and Value Chains:
Focusing on cooperative enterprises market system development helps communities regain access to markets and value chains that may have been disrupted during conflict. Members’ direct involvement ensures economic opportunities, stimulates trade, and facilitates commerce
Sustainable Socio-Economic Development:
Cooperative enterprises provide a sustainable model for socio-economic development. Members’ direct investment and management ensure a stake in the success of the cooperative, creating a shared commitment to long-term well-being.
Inclusive Economic Growth
Post-war cooperative empowerment ensures that economic growth is inclusive and reaches all members of the community. With a member-user-owner approach, cooperatives prioritize inclusivity, empowering marginalized groups, including women, youth, and those directly affected by conflict.
Team
Getachew Mergia
founder/CEO
Getachew Mergia, born in conflict-affected Ethiopia and Eritrea, brings 22+ years of expertise in cooperative finance and rural development. With an MA in Cooperative Marketing Management and a BSc in Agriculture, he strategically advises cooperatives in conflict zones, aiming to empower communities and drive economic growth. Through B4Coop, he envisions transforming conflict-affected cooperative sectors.
Semhal Getachew
Impact Monitoring Specialist
Semhal plays a pivotal role at B4Coop, ensuring our initiatives in post-war regions drive meaningful change. Her expertise and dedication are instrumental in our mission to rejuvenate and empower communities. Through meticulous monitoring and evaluation, Semhal provides valuable insights, fostering positive transformations for a resilient and inclusive future.
Fisaha Asmelash
Technology Innovation Manager
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