Center for Cooperative Development

Jeni A. Nicolas, MAM

Center Director of Center for Cooperative Development

ABOUT

The Center for Cooperative Development of Davao Oriental State University, under the Research, Innovation, and Extension Division, stands as the only CDA-accredited training provider in the province. Guided by the principles of cooperativism and aligned with the University’s thrusts and mandates, the Center actively engages in capacity-building initiatives for cooperatives, partner organizations (POs), and various community stakeholders. Through its community extension programs, the Center fosters inclusive growth, promotes sustainable livelihood, and empowers local communities by delivering relevant training, technical assistance, and cooperative development services.

VISION

A leading catalyst for sustainable cooperative development and community empowerment in Davao Oriental and beyond.

MISSION

The Center for Cooperative Development of Davao Oriental State University is committed to empowering cooperatives, partner organizations, and local communities by providing quality training, technical assistance, and extension services. Anchored on the principles of cooperativism and aligned with the University’s Research, Innovation, and Extension (RIE) agenda, the Center aims to foster inclusive growth, sustainable development, and active community participation across the province and beyond.

ACTIVITIES (RECENT):

  1. Enterprise Development Training
  2. Leadership and Management Training
  3. Training of Trainers for Cooperatives
  4. Cooperative Month Celebration
  5. Basic Accounting for Non-Accountant Training for various Cooperatives
  6. Establishment of Cooperative in an IP Community at Sitio Matabang, Taocanga, Manay Davao Oriental
  7. Financial Management and Basic Accounting Training
  8. Basic Accounting for Non-Accountant Training
  9. Fundamentals of Cooperative Training
  10. Governance and management of Cooperative Training
  11. Financial Management Training
  12. Risk Management Training
  13. Credit Management Training
  14. Strategic Planning Training

PROJECTS (RECENT):

  1. Financial Literacy Program among Farmers and Fisherfolks in Municipality of Tarragona
  2. Tinabangay-IP Inspiring Prosperity for Indigenous People through Coffee Farm Benchmarking and Community Outreach in Sitio Matabang, Taocanga, Manay, Davao Oriental
  3. DOrSU’s Microfinance Program

UPCOMING:

  1. Tinabangay-IP Inspiring Prosperity for Indigenous People through Coffee Farm Benchmarking and Community Outreach in Sitio Matabang, Taocanga, Manay, Davao Oriental
  2. Cooperative Mandatory Trainings

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