Kerri Neil - Co-chair, Social Justice Co-operative Newfoundland and Labrador

Summary

Kerri Neil, co-chair of Social Justice Cooperative Newfoundland and Labrador, discusses the formation and work of the cooperative. The organization operates as a member-run, non-profit cooperative focused on social and environmental justice. They advocate for feminism, decolonization, and care for individuals, the land, and all living beings. The cooperative primarily consists of individual members, with a few organizations also involved. They prioritize financial independence and rely on monthly donations from members and community supporters. The cooperative engages in a wide range of activism, including disability justice, women's equality, Indigenous activism, and more. They emphasize the importance of mutual aid and building relationships within the community.

Takeaways

• Social Justice Cooperative Newfoundland and Labrador is a member-run, non-profit cooperative focused on social and environmental justice.
• The cooperative advocates for feminism, decolonization, and care for individuals, the land, and all living beings.
• Financial independence is prioritized, with monthly donations from members and community supporters funding the organization.
• The cooperative engages in a wide range of activism, including disability justice, women's equality, Indigenous activism, and more.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Background

02:12 Formation of Social Justice Cooperative

03:36 Membership and Organizational Structure

04:59 Transition to Virtual Organization

05:22 Importance of Cooperative Model

06:45 Funding and Financial Independence

08:09 Understanding Social Justice

09:12 Diverse Range of Activism

10:40 Challenges and Critiques

11:18 Vision for a Post-Capitalist, Post-Colonial World

12:31 Long-Term Planning and Growth

15:17 Navigating Resistance and Ensuring Safety

18:57 Importance of Mutual Aid

20:41 Gaining Supporters and Building Relationships

22:21 Getting Started in Activism

24:35 Taking Care of Yourself and Others

28:31 Lessons Learned and Financial Oversight