The Southern Co-operative is a Member based organisation, offering great opportunities and benefits. Being a Member is all about:
* Having your say in the way our business is run
* Helping your community
* Enjoying Member benefits
Below are the activities and events you can get involved in:
Co-operative Community Groups
Members meet quarterly to influence our community relations activities. There are seven groups running, meaning you are never too far from your local Co-operative Community Group, no matter where you live in Southern England.
Isle of Wight Co-operative Community Group
Quay Arts, Sea Street, Newport.
Dates for 2010:
Saturday 6th March 2010
Saturday 5th June 2010
Saturday 4th September 2010
Saturday 4th December 2010
Time: 11.00am
Member Contact: Mrs. Margaret Bryan on 01983 294028 and 07866 883769
Southampton Co-operative Community Group
Venue: The Court Room, Romsey Town Hall, 1 Market Place, Romsey, SO51 8YZ
Dates for 2010:
Saturday 6th March 2010
No meeting in June due to venue unavailability
Saturday 4th September 2010
Saturday 4th December 2010
Time: 3.30p.m.
Member contact: Vacancy
Gosport and Fareham Co-operative Community Group
The Stable Suite, The Red Lion, East Street, Fareham, (Opposite Soothills Bakery)
Dates for 2010:
Monday 1st March 2010
Monday 7th June 2010
Monday 6th September 2010
Monday 29th November* 2010 *Venue unavailable in December
Time: at 18.30
Member contact: Mrs. Jan Gay on 01329 661718.
North Hants (and fringe counties) Co-operative Community Group
The Apollo Hotel – Basing Room, Conference Centre, Aldermaston Roundabout, Basingstoke, RG24 9NU
Dates for 2010:
Saturday 13th March 2010
Saturday 12th June 2010
Saturday 11th September 2010
Saturday 11th December 2010
Time:10.30 a.m.
Member Contact: Vacancy
Dorset Co-operative Community Group
Chivrick room, The Exchange, (next door to the Co-op) Sturminster Newton.
Dates for 2010:
Saturday 13th March 2010
Saturday 12th June 2010
Saturday 11th September 2010
Saturday 11th December 2010
Time: 2.45 p.m.
Member contact: Vacancy
Portsmouth and SE Hants Co-operative Community Group
The Royal Beach Hotel - Intrepid Suite, St Helen’s Parade, Southsea, PO4
0RN
Dates for 2010:
Tuesday 9th March 2010
Tuesday 8th June 2010
Tuesday 14th September 2010
Tuesday 14th December 2010
Time: 6.30 pm.
Member contact: Mrs. Maureen Blair on 023 92 696090.
Mid-Hants Co-operative Community Group
The Old Goods Shed, Mid Hants Railway, Alresford
Dates for 2010:
Tuesday 16th March 2010
Tuesday 15th June 2010
Tuesday 21st September 2010
Tuesday 21st December 2010
Time: 6.30 p.m.
Member contact: Vacancy
West Sussex Co-operative Community Group
The Inglenook Hotel Function Room, 255 Pagham Road, Nyetimber, Bognor Regis
Dates for 2010:
Wednesday 17th March 2010
Wednesday 16th June 2010
Wednesday 15th September 2010
Wednesday 15th December 2010
Time: 2.00 p.m.
Member Contact: Mr. Fred Nolson on 01243 267119
"Advantage" Offers and Events
Members can participate in Advantage events and outings at greatly reduced prices.
During the last two years, for instance, the Society has organised popular, successful member trips to Caen, Windsor and Liverpool - the 2008 European City of Culture.
Members who have expressed an interest will be advised automatically about forthcoming events. They will also be publicised on the website.
Member Education
Introductory Co-operative Education Programme
The Introductory Co-operative Education Programme was launched in October 2007. The Certificate is aimed at co-operative members who wish to extend their skills and knowledge of the broader context of the movement, but do not necessarily wish to stand for election to the Board.
If you are interested in joining the Introductory Co-operative Education Programme, please contact us by clicking here.
Potential Future Director Programme
The Board welcomes contested elections and encourages member participation in the electoral process. Because member involvement is central to our co-operative identity, the Board is keen to attract the potential directors of tomorrow from among our members.
The Potential Future Directors Programme was established in the spring of 2002 to provide sponsored training and support for Southern Co-operatives’ members who may be interested in standing for election to the Board of Directors within the foreseeable future.
The Diploma, is designed to prepare non professional members for service on the Board should they be successful at a future election. It also aims to ensure a continued pool of candidates with a broad range of skills required to support the future success of the Society and to protect our mutual status.
There were 4 weekend courses run in 2007. In addition, the Potential Future Directors were invited to attend 5 midweek courses run for the Board.
For further information about our Potential Future Director Programme please use drop down menu below.
Member Education
Introductory Co-operative Education Programme
The Introductory Co-operative Education Programme was launched in October 2007. The Certificate is aimed at co-operative members who wish to extend their skills and knowledge of the broader context of the movement, but do not necessarily wish to stand for election to the Board.
If you are interested in joining the Introductory Co-operative Education Programme, please contact us by clicking here.
Potential Future Director Programme
The Board welcomes contested elections and encourages member participation in the electoral process. Because member involvement is central to our co-operative identity, the Board is keen to attract the potential directors of tomorrow from among our members.
The Potential Future Directors Programme was established in the spring of 2002 to provide sponsored training and support for Southern Co-operatives’ members who may be interested in standing for election to the Board of Directors within the foreseeable future.
The Diploma, is designed to prepare non professional members for service on the Board should they be successful at a future election. It also aims to ensure a continued pool of candidates with a broad range of skills required to support the future success of the Society and to protect our mutual status.
There were 4 weekend courses run in 2007. In addition, the Potential Future Directors were invited to attend 5 midweek courses run for the Board.
For further information about our Potential Future Director Programme please use drop down menu below.
Member Convention
The Members' Convention offers the opportunity for Members* of the Society to meet together,
be informed about matters of interest which impact upon the Society or the wider Movement,
discuss these issues in an informal setting and be kept up to date on developments within the
Society. *Members must have been in membership for at least six months to attend.
Please contact us to register your interest at the Member Convention.
Society AGM
Members* also attend the Society Annual General Meeting to consider the annual report and
accounts. *Members must have been in membership for at least six months to attend.
Voting
All members are entitled to vote in the elections for the Board of Directors, provided they have been in membership of the Society for at least six months. By doing so they help choose who will serve on the Board. Nominations are generally sought two months prior to the Society's Annual General meeting with elections taking place during the month prior to the AGM. Members should view notices in the Society's stores and on the website for precise details. If you are not yet registered to receive a Postal Vote, please contact us by clicking here.
Auxillary Groups:
Members can join the following Auxillary Groups;
Portsmouth Woodcraft Folk
Lee Sprake, Tel.: (023) 92 613 045. Or e-mail: lee.sprake@ntlworld.com
East Hants Woodcraft Folk
Pam Gruber, Tel.: (01730) 301 270. Or e-mail: gruberhome@ntlworld.com
Bedhampton Co-operative Womens Guild
Meetings: Every Monday 2pm - 4pm, at Bedhampton Social Hall Centre, Havant. Mrs. D. Ridley, Tel.: (023) 9248 2661.
Southsea / Eastney Co-operative Womens Guild
Meetings: 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of the month 2pm - 4pm, at Milton Village Hall, Milton Portsmouth. Miss V Kerridge, Tel.: (023) 9269 2653
Co-op Ladies Choir
Rehearsals at Portsmouth Community Centre, Malins Road, Buckland, Portsmouth, Fridays (1.30pm-3.30pm).
New members always welcome. Mrs I Cockman, Tel.: (023) 9281 1704.
