#MondayTalks Webinar Series: Beyond business as usual

We’re excited to announce the launch of a brand-new webinar series by ALDA Balkans and Cooperatives Europe, kicking off this May!

Launch date: 5 May 2025
 Online | 11:00–12:30 CET

 Register now for the first edition!

“Monday Talks – Beyond business as usual” is a 3-part series designed to open up a cooperative and democratic dialogue in the Western Balkans. Through hands-on discussions, interactive tools, and success stories, we’ll explore how cooperative entrepreneurship can power sustainable, democratic, and inclusive local economies.
This initiative is part of the #coops4devprogramme, co-led by Cooperatives Europe and ALDA, and aligns with the goals of the UN International Year of Cooperatives 2025.
Why join?
– Discover how cooperatives can drive social and economic transformation
– Learn directly from successful cooperative projects in tourism, youth entrepreneurship, and cultural heritage
– Connect with actors from the cooperative and local democracy sectors
– Contribute to shaping future actions in the Western Balkans

Who?
This webinar series is designed for individuals and organisations engaged in or curious about cooperative entrepreneurship, local democracy, and community-led development, especially in the Western Balkans.

• Local Democracy Agencies (LDAs)

• ALDA members and BOOST grantees / Cooperatives Europe members

• Youth entrepreneurs and cooperative start-ups

• Civil society organisations

• Local community leaders

• Policymakers and public sector actors

• Researchers and students interested in cooperatives and local development

 Full #MondayTalks Series at a Glance

• Monday 05 May – ALDAxCoopsEurope: Partnership for the Balkans

Register here for the first edition.

• Monday 26 May – The Balkan Perspective: Community-led economy

Register here for the second edition.

• Monday 23 June – From ideas to local impact: a practical guide

Register here for the third edition.

Join us for the launch webinar on 5 May as we kick off this exciting series and showcase the strength of international cooperation for local impact.
Because building a better future is a cooperative effort.
Follow the journey with:

#MondayTalks #ALDAxCoopsEurope #coops4dev