Season 3 Episode 7 - Kerri Neil, Co-chair of the Social Justice Co-operative Newfoundland & Labr

Summary

Kerri Neil, co-chair of Social Justice Cooperative Newfoundland and Labrador, discusses the formation and work of the cooperative. The organization operates as a member-run, non-profit cooperative focused on social and environmental justice. They advocate for feminism, decolonization, and care for individuals, the land, and all living beings. The cooperative primarily consists of individual members, with a few organizations also involved. They prioritize financial independence and rely on monthly donations from members and community supporters. The cooperative engages in a wide range of activism, including disability justice, women's equality, Indigenous activism, and more. They emphasize the importance of mutual aid and building relationships within the community.

Takeaways

Social Justice Cooperative Newfoundland and Labrador is a member-run, non-profit cooperative focused on social and environmental justice.
The cooperative advocates for feminism, decolonization, and care for individuals, the land, and all living beings.
Financial independence is prioritized, with monthly donations from members and community supporters funding the organization.
The cooperative engages in a wide range of activism, including disability justice, women's equality, Indigenous activism, and more.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Background
02:12 Formation of Social Justice Cooperative
03:36 Membership and Organizational Structure
04:59 Transition to Virtual Organization
05:22 Importance of Cooperative Model
06:45 Funding and Financial Independence
08:09 Understanding Social Justice
09:12 Diverse Range of Activism
10:40 Challenges and Critiques
11:18 Vision for a Post-Capitalist, Post-Colonial World
12:31 Long-Term Planning and Growth
15:17 Navigating Resistance and Ensuring Safety
18:57 Importance of Mutual Aid
20:41 Gaining Supporters and Building Relationships
22:21 Getting Started in Activism
24:35 Taking Care of Yourself and Others
28:31 Lessons Learned and Financial Oversight