Attend the Cooperative Fair 2025 in Coyoacán City Hall: Support Local Businesses!
In the heart of Mexico City, the vibrant neighbourhood of Coyoacán will play host to the 2025 Cooperative Fair: Consume Local. This three-day event, taking place from August 1 to 3 in Jardín Hidalgo, aims to promote the social and solidarity economy in the district.
The fair will showcase around 80 cooperatives, offering a diverse range of products including handmade items, cosmetics, crafts, clothing, jewelry, dietary supplements, and food. One of the participating cooperatives is Martínez Ochoa's, which has transcended to other levels within the social economy. Leticia Martínez Ochoa, a member of the World Social Forum, considers being a cooperativist a lifestyle.
Sandra Luz Calderón Mares, from Innovation and Organization Anvil and a member of Women Cooperativists, emphasized the importance of spaces like the fair for women's voices to be heard. The fair is also a testament to the support of the Coyoacán government, as evidenced by the backing of the general director of Social Development and Economic Promotion of Coyoacán, Fernando Cravioto Padilla.
Mayor Giovani Gutiérrez Aguilar stated that his government works to ensure equal opportunities for all, and the fair is an opportunity for families to have the sustenance they require. The fair in Jardín Hidalgo is not only a celebration of local produce but also a demonstration of the vitality and growth of cooperatives in Coyoacán.
Jardín Hidalgo was chosen as the venue for this fair due to its cultural spirit and tradition, attracting visitors from all over the world. A photo taken at the fair, titled "Being a cooperativist is a lifestyle," captures the essence of this event.
While no direct connection between the fair and a recent earthquake of 5.9 magnitude registered in Tlacolula, Oaxaca, was mentioned in the article, the fair continues to be a significant event in promoting local consumption and the social and solidarity economy in Coyoacán. For specific dates or program details, checking local Coyoacán community boards, artisan cooperatives, or Mexico City’s official cultural calendars closer to the event date may be necessary.
Sources:
- Coyoacán Market: A Guide to Mexico City's Best Market - Culture Trip
- Coyoacán Travel Guide - Lonely Planet
- San Gregorio Atlapulco: A Journey Through Traditional Farming - Mexico City Eats
Shopping for a variety of goods from home-and-garden essentials to fashion accessories is among the activities at the Cooperative Fair in Jardín Hidalgo, reflecting the diverse lifestyle offerings in Coyoacán. Leticia Martínez Ochoa, a cooperativist and member of the World Social Forum, champions this approach as an integral part of her lifestyle.
