FairCoop has always been close to the Kurdish struggle for independence and the program for democratic autonomy is in the political core of its aspirations. Having already been closely associated with several Kurdish militants and organizations, as well as with European comrades who have settled there, is intensifying its efforts to establish Local Nodes in Kurdistan. There are currently two active in the Bakur and Başur regions (northern and southern Kurdistan respectively), while a third in Rojava is under (re)construction (see the map with all local nodes worldwide).

 

 

In this context, FairCoop, in cooperation with Bakur Locl Node, has chosen to strengthen the women's cooperative movement in the region, which is an important factor in the process of empowering women in personal, social and economic aspects. It has bought and brought to Europe a large quantity of handmade women's clothing which is available to all people interested through its various local nodes in Europe. In total, this order yielded € 5,000 to the EkoJin co-operative and an additional € 500 donation to Heyva Sor (Kurdish Red Crescent) to help displaced Kurds.