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CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY (February 4, 2025) — In a bold and innovative step toward environmental sustainability, the Sustainable Co-ops (SCOOPS) Program’s “Co-ops vs. Plastics” initiative marked a significant milestone with the successful turnover of eco-trash bins to Pagatpat and Canitoan Elementary Schools on January 24, 2025.

To officially kick off the Mindanawon Co-op Movement’s celebration of the 2025 International Year of Cooperatives (IYC), MASS-SPECC held a ceremonial launching and unveiling of the 2025 IYC flag at its headquarters on Tiano-Yacapin Streets, Cagayan de Oro City, on January 31, 2025.

As the digital landscape evolves at a rapid pace, co-operatives face both unprecedented challenges and transformative opportunities. This was the central theme of the Pinoy Coop Forum on Cybersecurity and Artificial Intelligence, held at Mallberry Suites Business Hotel, Cagayan de Oro City. Organized by MASS-SPECC in partnership with EPH Secure Systems on October 14, 2024.

On December 21, 2024, MASS-SPECC brought the spirit of co-operation and solidarity to life through its annual outreach program, “COOPmmunity: A Solidarity Project with Grade 5 Students of Indulang Integrated School.”

Young Mindanawon co-operators gathered at the scenic Mt. Guru in Gingoog, Misamis Oriental, on December 19-20, 2024, for the 4th Junior Cooperators’ Camp (JCC). Organized by MASS-SPECC’s Youth Arm — the Co-op Youth Parliament (CYP) — in partnership with the Sustainable Co-operatives (SCOOPS) Program, the camp inspired participants to embrace their roles as future co-op leaders and climate advocates. This year’s camp focused on equipping young leaders with a deeper understanding of the co-operative movement, sharpening their leadership skills, and mobilizing them for climate action, particularly under United Nations (UN) Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) No. 13.

MASS-SPECC is one of the few pioneering organizations in the Philippines to receive a Digisoft Smart Projector from Access Agriculture — a global leader in producing high-quality agricultural training videos in local languages and supporting sustainable farming initiatives across developing countries. This milestone reinforces MASS-SPECC’s commitment to sustainable development through its flagship advocacy programs: the Sustainable Co-operatives Program (SCOOPS) and the Agri-Based Enterprise System Program (AGRI-BEST).

MASS-SPECC solidified its dedication to enhancing member co-operatives’ well-being by signing a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) with MEDEXPRESS on November 22, 2024. This strategic partnership, a cornerstone of MASS-SPECC’s Yaman ang Kalusugan Program (YAKAP), underscores the federation’s mission to provide affordable, high-quality medicines and medical supplies to co-operatives and their members.

CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY, Philippines – To demonstrate strong environmental stewardship and community, 565 co-operative members from Region 10 joined forces with the Regional Cooperative Development Council (RCDC)

Co-op News MASS-SPECC Joins Region 10’s Co-op Month 2024 Kick-Off in Cagayan de Oro City CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY — MASS-SPECC took center stage during the kick-off of the 2024 National Co-operative Month (Co-op Month 2024) Celebration for Region 10 on October 6, Sunday. As Mindanao’s pioneering and largest co-operative federation, MASS-SPECC joined over 250 primary co-ops and federations in the region for the grand opening, which began with a Holy Mass at the Misamis Oriental Provincial Capitol Grounds. Following the Mass, participants marched through the major thoroughfares of Cagayan de Oro in a vibrant parade — a beloved tradition during Co-op Month — demonstrating the collective strength, harmony, and empowering presence of the co-operative movement. MASS-SPECC also participated in the official launch of the CEO Cup at Xavier University – Ateneo de Cagayan’s covered courts, joining other co-op institutions in friendly competition. The Region 10 Cooperative Development Council (RCDC), in partnership with the Cooperative Development Authority (CDA) Region 10 Extension Office, spearheaded this year’s Co-op Month celebrations under the theme: “Co-operatives Stronger Together Today for a Brighter Tomorrow.” MASS-SPECC’s main office is located in Cagayan de Oro City, Region 10. In her keynote address, CDA Director Asec. Myrla B. Paradillo shared, “If we ordinary people come together, we can achieve extraordinary things. She added, “Bawal po tayong magkamali today, our future is today — ang ato himuon karon ay tama para sa bukas.” (We cannot make mistakes today; our future is today, and what we do now must be right for tomorrow.) Recent Post MASS-SPECC Joins Region 10’s Co-op Month 2024 Kick-Off in Cagayan de Oro City Co-op News MASS-SPECC Joins Region 10’s Co-op Month 2024 Kick-Off… Read More November 5, 2024 MASS-SPECC conducts financial literacy training of trainers for co-op youth As part of its ongoing commitment to empowering the youth… Read More October 9, 2024 ‘Panaghugpong’ event paves way for MAFFISCO youth formation In a significant step towards empowering the next generation of… Read More October 9, 2024 People’s Micro Finance Cooperative holds training on Information Security, AMLA and DPA People’s Micro Finance Cooperative holds training on Information Security, AMLA… Read More September 10, 2024 Load More

In solidarity with the country’s co-operative movement, MASS-SPECC embraced this year’s National Co-operative Month with the theme, “Cooperatives: Stronger Together Today for a Brighter Tomorrow,” through meaningful participation in several impactful events across Region 10. Highlighting its commitment to co-operative unity and community empowerment, MASS-SPECC actively joined the month-long festivities, organized a unique movement initiative, and contributed to environmental sustainability.