Baden-Württembergischer Genossenschaftsverband

The Baden-Württembergischer Genossenschaftsverband (BWGV) is a cooperative association based in Baden-Württemberg, Germany. According to its website, it works with more than 700 cooperatives, 3.9 million members and around 450 employees. Its services include consulting, auditing, education and advocacy for registered cooperatives. Its member cooperatives span finance, agriculture, trade, energy and social sectors. Dr. Ulrich Theileis is the BWGV president.

The cooperative movement's origins date back to the 19th century, a time when many people suffered under difficult economic conditions. In Germany, Friedrich Wilhelm Raiffeisen and Hermann Schulze-Delitzsch are considered pioneers. They developed cooperative models to give small craft businesses, farmers and workers access to credit, fair prices and supply security through joint economic activity. The idea: self-help, self-responsibility and solidarity — principles that still form the basis for cooperatives worldwide today. The Baden-Württembergischer Genossenschaftsverband continues this tradition, working with more than 700 cooperatives, 3.9 million members and around 450 employees.

The BWGV positions itself as a partner for cooperatives, emphasizing responsibility, proximity and a holistic perspective, with its work serving the success of its members.

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