Tag: Co-op

Co-Op Cafe Euphoria Envisions a Fairer Model of Work

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In Troy, New York, Cafe Euphoria models a radical and equitable new business model for the food industry. Operating as a worker-owned cooperative that’s run by a team of eight transgender and gender-nonconforming individuals, the cafe currently has a base wage of $18 per hour, which everyone—regardless of position—receives. Once the business breaks even, wages will continue to increase until reaching $32. This system was …

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The Unique Space, LA

The country's largest locally sourced bazaar is setting up permanent digs

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Unique LA started in 2008 and quickly became the largest buy-local shopping event in the country. Attendees got the rare chance to meet and shop directly from hundreds of carefully selected designers and artists all in one space. Community leader and head designer Sonja Rasula pushed forward with the local-made design and art idea to support the small businesses and the Made in the USA …