Co-op constitution starter kit
Starting a cooperative involves important constitutional decisions that shape governance, capital structure and member rights for years to come. For new and emerging co-ops, this stage can feel complex, time consuming and costly.
To support Provisional Members, we provide a standard cooperative constitution template and a practical guidance memorandum explaining how to use it. Developed with the support of Corporate Associate Member Anderson Lloyd, these resources are designed specifically for cooperatives registering under the Co-operative Companies Act 1996.
The Starter Kit helps you:
Understand the core clauses required in a cooperative constitution
Identify key governance and capital decisions early
Reduce time spent drafting from scratch
Lower professional advisory costs by entering discussions better prepared
Move forward with clarity and confidence
Used alongside the Co-op Constitution Delver, the template and memorandum provide both precedent and structure. Together they give emerging cooperatives a practical pathway from concept to formal registration.
This benefit reflects Principle 5 Education, Training and Information by making cooperative knowledge accessible at the earliest stage of formation.
Built for Provisional Members, also available to Full Members.
Benefit at a glance
Partner: Cooperative Business NZeligibility: provisional members; full membershow to access: Directly downloadable via a password protected page
Our growing suite of tools to support Members in developing or evolving their co-op constitutions.
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