With the theme, “Facing The Tipping Points – The Path Of Cooperative Innovation For A Better World” GICS 2025 Portugal, will focus stand at a pivotal moment, uniquely positioned to drive innovation for a more sustainable and inclusive world.

Cooperatives stand at a decisive moment in history. To tackle environmental, economic, and social challenges, we must innovate, collaborate, and take responsibility.

Achieving the Sustainable Development Goals by 2030 demands bold action. By investing in human capital, transparency, and intercooperation, we can drive local solutions with global impact.

As we celebrate the International Year of Cooperatives, this event is a call to action—shaping a fairer, more resilient world, together.

Join us in Torres Vedras, Portugal, for this transformative gathering. 

Together, let’s explore cooperative innovation, embrace bold ideas, and chart a new path toward a better world.