Table 1

The 36 Q-statements and their ESG classification

#StatementESG
1I believe that my membership and role in the cooperative has a significant positive impact on society and contributes to addressing social needsS-E
2The cooperative values and recognizes the different roles and responsibilities I have within and outside of the organizationS-I
3The cooperative supports me in balancing my professional and personal lifeS-I
4The cooperative does not promote collective decision-making and shared responsibilityG
5The size of the cooperative, in terms of the number of members, is not appropriateMixed (S-G)
6Public subsidies impact the autonomy and self-management of the cooperativeG
7The cooperative's policies regarding worker contributions to share capital are fair and equitableG
8I am actively involved in the cooperative's decision-making and management processesG
9The cooperative does not promote democratic values and practices in its day-to-day operationsG
10The cooperative actively contributes to the well-being of the communityS-E
11The cooperative fosters an environment that encourages open and transparent communicationG
12The cooperative does not have clear processes and procedures in place to ensure transparency and accountabilityG
13The cooperative does not distribute resources fairly and equitably among its membersG
14The cooperative prioritizes reinvestment in the organization, member benefits, and community development when allocating surplusMixed (S-G)
15The cooperative provides a range of benefits that support the well-being of its membersS-I
16The cooperative is open to all individuals who share its values and objectives, regardless of their background or circumstancesS-I
17The cooperative promotes equal opportunities and does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, age, disability, or any other factorS-I
18The cooperative does not raise awareness about its mission, goals, and achievements in the public sphereG
19The cooperative does not actively seek to influence government policies and decision-making processes that affect its operationsG
20The cooperative does not collaborate or form partnerships with other cooperatives and third-sector organizationsG
21The cooperative raises awareness about the cooperative movement and provides training to its membersS-I
22The cooperative does not actively promote the values and principles of the cooperative movement in its operations and activitiesG
23The cooperative's activities contribute to the preservation and revitalization of the local communityS-E
24The cooperative actively works to integrate individuals in situations of social exclusion into the workforceS-E
25The cooperative promotes environmentally friendly practices and technologiesE
26The cooperative does not foster an inclusive environment that values the contributions of all members, regardless of gender or backgroundG
27The cooperative does not ensure a fair distribution of roles and tasks among its membersG
28The cooperative does not invest in the professional growth and skill development of its membersMixed (S-G)
29The cooperative actively works to resolve conflicts among members in a fair and constructive mannerS-I
30The cooperative provides emotional support to members, promoting mental well-being and resilienceS-I
31The cooperative's financial stability allows it to effectively support its missionG
32The cooperative actively seeks collaboration and partnerships to enhance its diversification and resilienceMixed (S-G)
33The cooperative does not encourage innovation and creativity among its members, supporting the development of new ideas and solutionsG
34The cooperative actively seeks partnerships with the public sector (e.g. local government, public enterprises, et cetera)Mixed (S-G)
35The cooperative actively seeks partnerships with the corporate/private sectorMixed (S-G)
36The cooperative actively seeks partnerships with civil societyMixed (S-G)

Note(s): ESG = Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) framework; E = environmental; S = social; S-I = social (internal); S-E = social (external); G = governance

Source(s): Authors' own work

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