The cooperative innovation community of practice is becoming the Coop Lab. We listened to you and adapted our offering to your needs: a shorter, better-structured program and an adjusted pricing, all while preserving the essence of our initiative.
The Coop Lab is a space for exchange and collaboration designed for cooperatives seeking to better understand and integrate artificial intelligence (AI) ethically and responsibly. Led by the International Cooperative Innovation Network (ICIN) in partnership with Baseline, this initiative aims to equip cooperatives to navigate AI’s challenges and opportunities.
Through thematic meetings, hands-on workshops, and discussions with experts, the Lab enables members to explore best practices, share experiences, and develop strategies aligned with cooperative values.
The Lab is open to all cooperatives, regardless of their technological maturity or industry. Together, let’s make AI a responsible driver of innovation for cooperatives and society!
General Director of Baseline
Community Lead
Business development coordinator of Baseline
The Lab is designed for any cooperative looking to integrate AI responsibly, including managers, innovation leaders, and any cooperative members involved in digital transformation.
The Coop Lab offers a structured 5-session journey to deepen your understanding of responsible AI:
Explore fundamental principles and ethical challenges through a case study.
Understand AI’s societal impacts and learn to use tools like OBVIA’s Ethical Reflexivity Grid.
Analyze data management challenges and best practices for security and compliance.
Learn about governance models, risk management, and alignment with strategic objectives.
Explore the regulatory landscape and ISO/IEC 42001 for responsible AI system management.
A comprehensive program to master the challenges and best practices of responsible AI!
The Coop Lab is a 5-week online program designed to help cooperatives understand and responsibly adopt artificial intelligence (AI).
The program is open to cooperatives of all sizes and sectors, regardless of their familiarity with AI. No technical background is required.
The program covers five key themes: responsible AI, ethics, data protection, governance, and legal frameworks.
The program includes five live, interactive 90-minute online sessions. Each session is supported by optional readings and complementary resources.
Two cohorts are available: one in French and one in English.
The fee is $300 CAD per participant for the full program, including access to sessions, shared tools, and learning materials.
Participants will gain a solid foundation on AI-related issues, identify actionable strategies tailored to cooperative settings, and connect with like-minded organizations.
Yes. Each session draws from real-life examples, practical cases, and experiences shared by participants. Discussions are shaped by field-based challenges, best practices, and common questions.
For any other inquiries, feel free to contact us at bkolen@icin.coop, the Coop Lab team will be happy to help.
