Vica
@vicarogers.bsky.social
Permently Temporary #commons #coops #tech #finance #RealDemocracy
Head of Co-operative Development
@Co-operativesUK
Head of Co-operative Development
@Co-operativesUK
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Lush knows how to run a business.
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Lush urges businesses to divest from big tech after leaving social media
UK ethical beauty brand Lush is moving away from using big tech companies in its business operations after leaving social media, and wants other companies to do the same
cosmeticsbusiness.com
November 28, 2025 at 5:03 PM
Lush knows how to run a business.
cosmeticsbusiness.com/lush-divest-...
cosmeticsbusiness.com/lush-divest-...
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In our brand new Music Streaming guide, we take a look at 12 streaming platforms, giving our recommendations on what to avoid and who is leading the way with their ethics.
We also include a bespoke rating on how each platform compensates musicians.
Read the full guide here: bit.ly/4968YWG
We also include a bespoke rating on how each platform compensates musicians.
Read the full guide here: bit.ly/4968YWG
November 18, 2025 at 7:01 PM
In our brand new Music Streaming guide, we take a look at 12 streaming platforms, giving our recommendations on what to avoid and who is leading the way with their ethics.
We also include a bespoke rating on how each platform compensates musicians.
Read the full guide here: bit.ly/4968YWG
We also include a bespoke rating on how each platform compensates musicians.
Read the full guide here: bit.ly/4968YWG
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If you're techy, designer-y and/or on the left, this weekend there's a hackathon FOR YOU in London's SPACE4. All tech levels welcome! 👩💻🥳 ✊ luma.com/2d58bjgq
#hackathon #finsburypark #greenparty
#hackathon #finsburypark #greenparty
LeftHack - A Socialist Hackspace · Luma
LeftHack - A Socialist Hackspace
Socialism is back! With the Green Party experiencing a historic surge in the polls, and the founding of Your Party underway,…
luma.com
November 18, 2025 at 2:23 PM
If you're techy, designer-y and/or on the left, this weekend there's a hackathon FOR YOU in London's SPACE4. All tech levels welcome! 👩💻🥳 ✊ luma.com/2d58bjgq
#hackathon #finsburypark #greenparty
#hackathon #finsburypark #greenparty
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Looking for some ethical, #coops-friendly #Christmas presents? Here's part one of our gift guide, compiled with Ethical Consumer
Ethical Christmas gift guide for co-operators
The first instalment of our 2025 Christmas gift guide is made up of items from Ethical Consumer’s Best Buy Label list
www.thenews.coop
November 10, 2025 at 9:34 AM
Looking for some ethical, #coops-friendly #Christmas presents? Here's part one of our gift guide, compiled with Ethical Consumer
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A few months ago we launched a crowdfunder in order to expand our work into challenging corporate power beyond consumer markets.
We've hit our first two targets now, but we want to do more!
Find out more about the campaign and donate here: bit.ly/47Mfbop
We've hit our first two targets now, but we want to do more!
Find out more about the campaign and donate here: bit.ly/47Mfbop
November 10, 2025 at 6:30 PM
A few months ago we launched a crowdfunder in order to expand our work into challenging corporate power beyond consumer markets.
We've hit our first two targets now, but we want to do more!
Find out more about the campaign and donate here: bit.ly/47Mfbop
We've hit our first two targets now, but we want to do more!
Find out more about the campaign and donate here: bit.ly/47Mfbop
Really enjoyed this years Practitioners Forum. Learnt a lot, from membership engagement to accounting for co-ops. And was lovely to catch up with so many co-operators.
ONE WEEK TO GO until Practitioners Forum in Manchester on Thursday 6 November. Don't miss our number one learning day for co-operatives! 👉 buff.ly/PpvCa4l
Mix and match from 20 sessions across five forums: Governance, Membership, HR, Finance & Assurance, Communications.
Mix and match from 20 sessions across five forums: Governance, Membership, HR, Finance & Assurance, Communications.
November 10, 2025 at 10:41 PM
Really enjoyed this years Practitioners Forum. Learnt a lot, from membership engagement to accounting for co-ops. And was lovely to catch up with so many co-operators.
This event was great. I particularly enjoyed having the opportunity to discuss #CoopGrowth in roundtables with fellow co-operators. It was also good to meet up with people from #CooperateScotland and @communityent.bsky.social and learn more about their fantastic work.
Currently on my way to #Glasgow (albeit train disruptions!) to attend the #DemocraticBusinessSummit by # CentreForDemocraticBusinness www.democraticbusiness.org/events/summit
Democratic Business Summit 2025
This year’s Democratic Business Summit – a one-day conference to advance democracy across the UK business economy – is coming to Glasgow’s Barras Art & Design on 4th November 2025.
www.democraticbusiness.org
November 5, 2025 at 11:46 PM
This event was great. I particularly enjoyed having the opportunity to discuss #CoopGrowth in roundtables with fellow co-operators. It was also good to meet up with people from #CooperateScotland and @communityent.bsky.social and learn more about their fantastic work.
Looking forward to attending @cooperativesuk.bsky.social Practitioner Forum tomorrow. Some interesting sessions planned and lots of great people attending. See you there! #PF2025
ONE WEEK TO GO until Practitioners Forum in Manchester on Thursday 6 November. Don't miss our number one learning day for co-operatives! 👉 buff.ly/PpvCa4l
Mix and match from 20 sessions across five forums: Governance, Membership, HR, Finance & Assurance, Communications.
Mix and match from 20 sessions across five forums: Governance, Membership, HR, Finance & Assurance, Communications.
November 5, 2025 at 11:40 PM
Looking forward to attending @cooperativesuk.bsky.social Practitioner Forum tomorrow. Some interesting sessions planned and lots of great people attending. See you there! #PF2025
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⏱️ One week to book – FREE webinar! 🏠 Discover co-operatives tackling the housing crisis with Monica King (Bridport Cohousing) & James Hartley (LATCH, Leeds).
📅11 Nov, 10:30–12:00
👉 buff.ly/0w0I8oI
In partnership with the Centre for Democratic Business, thanks to funding from The Co-operative Bank.
📅11 Nov, 10:30–12:00
👉 buff.ly/0w0I8oI
In partnership with the Centre for Democratic Business, thanks to funding from The Co-operative Bank.
November 4, 2025 at 9:15 AM
⏱️ One week to book – FREE webinar! 🏠 Discover co-operatives tackling the housing crisis with Monica King (Bridport Cohousing) & James Hartley (LATCH, Leeds).
📅11 Nov, 10:30–12:00
👉 buff.ly/0w0I8oI
In partnership with the Centre for Democratic Business, thanks to funding from The Co-operative Bank.
📅11 Nov, 10:30–12:00
👉 buff.ly/0w0I8oI
In partnership with the Centre for Democratic Business, thanks to funding from The Co-operative Bank.
Just back from leave and looking forward to the busy week ahead where I’ll be attending some great events on #coops & the #DemocraticEconomy.
November 3, 2025 at 2:23 PM
Just back from leave and looking forward to the busy week ahead where I’ll be attending some great events on #coops & the #DemocraticEconomy.
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In case you missed it: Job Ad: The Work Rights Centre is recruiting a Policy Manager | Free Movement
Job Ad: The Work Rights Centre is recruiting a Policy Manager - Free Movement
Hours: Full time (37.5 hours per week)
freemovement.org.uk
October 21, 2025 at 11:03 AM
In case you missed it: Job Ad: The Work Rights Centre is recruiting a Policy Manager | Free Movement
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Tickets are running out fast and places are limited! Get yours now!
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Fri 28th and Sat 29th Nov - London
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Join Corporate Watch’s 2-day event
Fri 28th and Sat 29th Nov - London
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October 21, 2025 at 11:47 AM
Tickets are running out fast and places are limited! Get yours now!
This is what happens when you have women in leadership. #coops ✊🏽
October 17, 2025 at 11:01 PM
This is what happens when you have women in leadership. #coops ✊🏽
Yesterday I was interviewed by a phd student about #TechCoops. Towards the end of the conversation she asked me if there was any reason to be hopeful.
October 17, 2025 at 10:52 PM
Yesterday I was interviewed by a phd student about #TechCoops. Towards the end of the conversation she asked me if there was any reason to be hopeful.
Don’t stop believing in change. There are amazing people out there changing this world for the better one big or small action after another. Don’t give up. #WeAreThe99% ✊🏽
October 15, 2025 at 10:54 PM
Don’t stop believing in change. There are amazing people out there changing this world for the better one big or small action after another. Don’t give up. #WeAreThe99% ✊🏽
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💥Want to turn research into resistance?💥
Join Corporate Watch’s 2-day event
Fri 28th and Sat 29th Nov - London
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Join Corporate Watch’s 2-day event
Fri 28th and Sat 29th Nov - London
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🔥Expose corporate profiteers
✊Build powerful campaigns
Free for grassroots activists • Spaces limited!
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October 15, 2025 at 8:21 PM
💥Want to turn research into resistance?💥
Join Corporate Watch’s 2-day event
Fri 28th and Sat 29th Nov - London
🔍Trace money & influence
🔥Expose corporate profiteers
✊Build powerful campaigns
Free for grassroots activists • Spaces limited!
Apply by 31 Oct → corporatewatch.org/research-for...
Join Corporate Watch’s 2-day event
Fri 28th and Sat 29th Nov - London
🔍Trace money & influence
🔥Expose corporate profiteers
✊Build powerful campaigns
Free for grassroots activists • Spaces limited!
Apply by 31 Oct → corporatewatch.org/research-for...
Today is a difficult anniversary for me. Exactly two years ago today my life was turned upside down. I was diagnosed with bowel cancer. After chemo, radiotherapy & surgery I’m clear…for now.
October 13, 2025 at 9:13 PM
Today is a difficult anniversary for me. Exactly two years ago today my life was turned upside down. I was diagnosed with bowel cancer. After chemo, radiotherapy & surgery I’m clear…for now.
*inspiring 🤦♀️
Just leaving Oxford after an expiring day meeting with the #CoTech network. So many great conversations, lovely people and passion for #EthicalTech. Find out more about this network of tech #coops here: www.coops.tech
CoTech « Cooperative Technologists
Building a tech industry that's better for its workers and customers through co-operation, democracy and worker ownership.
www.coops.tech
October 4, 2025 at 8:32 AM
*inspiring 🤦♀️
Just leaving Oxford after an expiring day meeting with the #CoTech network. So many great conversations, lovely people and passion for #EthicalTech. Find out more about this network of tech #coops here: www.coops.tech
CoTech « Cooperative Technologists
Building a tech industry that's better for its workers and customers through co-operation, democracy and worker ownership.
www.coops.tech
October 3, 2025 at 6:44 PM
Just leaving Oxford after an expiring day meeting with the #CoTech network. So many great conversations, lovely people and passion for #EthicalTech. Find out more about this network of tech #coops here: www.coops.tech
The #GlobalSumudFlotilla is being stopped by Isreali forces and thousands of people across Europe are taking to the streets tonight in solidarity. #TheWorldIsWatching #EndGenocide #FreePalestine
October 1, 2025 at 10:58 PM
The #GlobalSumudFlotilla is being stopped by Isreali forces and thousands of people across Europe are taking to the streets tonight in solidarity. #TheWorldIsWatching #EndGenocide #FreePalestine
Thinking of the #globalSumudFlotilla tonight as they enter the danger zone. #Solidarity to the brave and fearless activist. Let your mission continue peacefully. 🍉♥️ #StopGenocide #FreePalestine
September 30, 2025 at 11:23 PM
Thinking of the #globalSumudFlotilla tonight as they enter the danger zone. #Solidarity to the brave and fearless activist. Let your mission continue peacefully. 🍉♥️ #StopGenocide #FreePalestine
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Some crack reporting from the Financial Times on the current real world impact of AI tools on contemporary businesses. It's funny to see businesses admit the very limited impact, and very high risks, of AI deployment on.ft.com/3IEuXJr
America’s top companies keep talking about AI — but can’t explain the upsides
FT analysis of hundreds of filings suggest the S&P 500 businesses are clearer about the risks than benefits
on.ft.com
September 23, 2025 at 1:35 PM
Some crack reporting from the Financial Times on the current real world impact of AI tools on contemporary businesses. It's funny to see businesses admit the very limited impact, and very high risks, of AI deployment on.ft.com/3IEuXJr
Proud of my fellow Italians shutting down the country in solidarity with the Palestinian people and in protest against the inaction of the Italian Government and the EU. www.theguardian.com/world/2025/s... #StopGenocide
Disruption across Italy as tens of thousands protest against Gaza war
Schools and stations closed and ports blocked in one of Europe’s biggest demonstrations opposing Israel’s offensive
www.theguardian.com
September 22, 2025 at 10:23 PM
Proud of my fellow Italians shutting down the country in solidarity with the Palestinian people and in protest against the inaction of the Italian Government and the EU. www.theguardian.com/world/2025/s... #StopGenocide
It’s been one of those days when it’s really hard to just get on with your day-to-day when you are witnessing the horrors unfolding around the world. #genocide #fascism #TechColonialism #ClimateCatastrophe
September 18, 2025 at 10:39 PM
It’s been one of those days when it’s really hard to just get on with your day-to-day when you are witnessing the horrors unfolding around the world. #genocide #fascism #TechColonialism #ClimateCatastrophe