Democratic control in cooperative

Project Abstract

Democratic control in cooperatives is a crucial aspect of their functioning. This research project aims to explore the various dimensions of democratic control within cooperatives, focusing on how decision-making processes, leadership structures, and member participation contribute to the overall democratic governance of these organizations. The study will involve a comprehensive review of existing literature on democratic control in cooperatives, analyzing different theoretical frameworks and practical examples from various cooperative sectors. One key aspect of democratic control in cooperatives is the decision-making process. Understanding how decisions are made within cooperatives, whether through direct member voting or representative systems, is essential to assessing the level of democratic participation in these organizations. Additionally, examining the role of leadership structures, such as boards of directors or management teams, in facilitating or hindering democratic control will be a critical component of this research. Member participation is another crucial element of democratic control in cooperatives. By investigating the extent to which members are actively engaged in the governance and management of the cooperative, this study will shed light on the effectiveness of democratic practices within these organizations. Factors influencing member participation, such as education, communication, and organizational culture, will be explored to understand how cooperatives can promote greater democratic control among their members. Furthermore, this research project will examine the impact of democratic control on the overall performance and sustainability of cooperatives. By comparing democratic and non-democratic cooperatives in terms of financial stability, member satisfaction, and social impact, this study will provide insights into the benefits of democratic governance for cooperative organizations. Understanding the relationship between democratic control and cooperative success is essential for promoting the growth and development of the cooperative sector. In conclusion, democratic control is a fundamental principle of cooperatives that requires careful examination and analysis. By investigating the decision-making processes, leadership structures, and member participation within cooperatives, this research project aims to contribute to a better understanding of how democratic control operates in practice. Ultimately, the findings of this study will offer valuable insights for policymakers, cooperative managers, and researchers seeking to promote democratic governance in cooperative organizations.

Project Overview

<p> </p><div><p><strong>BACKGROUND OF THE STUDY</strong><br>Democratic Control are democratic organization controlled by their members, who actively participate in setting their policies and making decision.<br>Members are the source of all authority in cooperative, the basic unit in democratic control are the members. Decision in democratic control are made jointly by members irrespective of their financial consideration or position without any respect to the amount of shares or others capital interest that he may have in the society, will not make him have more vote/control than other members. The controlled as mentioned as earlier is in the hands of members, who’s loyalty and activeness are necessary in setting their policies and making decision.<br>Onuoha (2002) men and women serving as elected representative have equal voting right (one member, one vote) and cooperative at other levels are organized in democratic member and participating in decision affecting their society.<br>The Democratic Principle emanates from the Rockdale equitable pioneers as it was seen that every member interest needs to be covered and to maintain the importance of each and everyone decision making in order to improve upon member loyalty when decision are made.<br>This democratic principle is held by many authors as the foremost principle of cooperation. The believe at this principle is that every member is equal as person and as human being who wish to be held. The peculiarity of cooperative which believe that cooperative belong to member and they have the right to manage it in such a way that the organization function like a democratic institution. The supreme authority is vested on the entire members irrespective of one’s financial position, this make the member’s loyalty improve, knowing fully we that the society appreciate and accommodate them.<br>Necessitate this research which is improving upon member loyalty through the application of the principle of democratic control. A study of two (2) society which are mainly Surulere Cooperative Society and National Archives Multipurpose Cooperative Society. The research will like to know how member co-exist, how do organs of the society co-exist, or who make the members loyalty improve, who makes laws and rules for the society and what is the criteria for knowing member loyalty.<br>1.2     &nbsp;<strong>STATEMENT OF THE PROBLEM</strong><br>Improving upon members’ loyalty through the application of the principle of democratic control cannot be over emphasized. In the real sense of cooperative it should be a guide to enable/improve member loyalty if properly executed. There is likelihood of the success to the society. However, it is clear that most of these procedures are not followed, hence creating a lot of problem in improving upon member loyalty and it is based on that, that this research is carried out.<br>1.3     &nbsp;<strong>OBJECTIVE OF THE STUDY</strong></p><ol><li><ol><li>To determine upon member loyalty through the principle or democratic control.</li><li>To find out the problem of member loyalty through the principle of democratic control.</li><li>To identify the factors affecting members loyalty.</li></ol></li></ol><p>1.4     &nbsp;<strong>RESEARCH QUESTIONS</strong></p><ol><li>What is the extent of improving member loyalty through the application of the principle of Democratic Control?</li><li>What is the effect derivable from the application of the democratic control?</li><li>What are the problems of application of the principle of democratic control?</li></ol><p>1.5     &nbsp;<strong>SIGNIFICANCE OF THE STUDY</strong><br>The study examines improving upon member loyalty through the application of the principle of democratic control. The significant of the study cannot be underestimated, as this research work will be a reference for the incoming students, so they can borrow form it. This research or finding shall be very effective in enacting policies that will help regulate the activities of the types of cooperative in question for improving upon member loyalty to the general public who are interested in cooperative, they will use the result as a base for formation of viable for improving member loyalty. It will help create more awareness of the application of democratic control and improving upon member loyalty.</p></div><h3></h3><br> <br><p></p>