Welcome to Principle 5
Sheffield’s co-operative library, archive and learning centre
Pull up a chair. We’re the Yorkshire Co-operative Resource Centre, open to everyone who wants to learn about co-operation.
Co-operation in life
Our co-operative was founded in 2013 to further understanding of the Co-operative Movement among activists and the general public. We are an accessible learning and information centre for everyone in Sheffield, whether you visit our Lending Library and Archive or use our resources online.
Co-operatives provide education and training for their members, elected representatives, managers, and employees so they can contribute effectively to the development of their co-operatives. They inform the general public, particularly young people and opinion leaders, about the nature and benefits of co-operation.
Principle 5: Education, Training and Information, ICA Statement of Co-operative Identity
Library and Archive
Co-operative Movement and Sheffield social history, journals, and Co-operative News going back to 1871. Open by appointment.
Study and Books
Reading, study notes and publications on co-operative history, theory and practice.
Newsletter
Our monthly newsletter keeps members up to date with news, events and new additions to the collection.
Come and join us
Co-operators everywhere are welcome. Become a member and help build a living resource for co-operative education.