Development of Cooperatives in the Philippines

Historical Overview

• 1941: Initiatives for the development of cooperatives began with the establishment of a National Cooperative Administration.
• World War II: The operation of many cooperatives was interrupted.
• Post-War Era: Cooperatives were re-organized with the creation of the Emergency Control Administration under the Department of Commerce and Industry.

Key Developments

• Establishment of the Cooperative Administration Office.
• Enactment of measures such as:
  • Agricultural Credit and Cooperative Financing Administration.
  • Code of Agrarian Reform.

Martial Law Period

• President Decree No. 1: Abolished the Cooperative Administration Office (CAO) and established the Bureau of Cooperative Development.

1986 People Power Revolution

• Cooperative leaders advocated for cooperative-friendly legislation leading to significant reforms.
• 1987: Formation of the Bureau of Agricultural Cooperatives Development under Executive Order No. 116.
• 1988: Senator Aquilino Pimentel Jr. sponsored a bill for the Cooperative Code.
• 1990: Passage of Republic Act No. 6938 (Cooperative Code of the Philippines) and Republic Act No. 6939 (CBA Charter).

Constitutional Mandate

• Article 12 of the Philippine Constitution emphasizes the creation of an agency to promote cooperatives as instruments for social justice and economic development.

Cooperative Development Authority (CDA)

• Vision: A regulatory agency for the development of viable, sustainable, and globally competitive cooperatives.
• Mission: Ensure safe and sound operations of cooperatives.
• Policy: Foster creation and growth of cooperatives to promote self-reliance and economic development.

Legislative Acts

• Republic Act 6938: Enacted to ordain the Cooperative Code of the Philippines.
• Republic Act 6939: Created the Cooperative Development Authority.
• Republic Act 11364: Reorganized and strengthened the CDA.

Functions of the CDA

• Development and Regulation: CDA manages training programs, awards excelling cooperatives, and collaborates with institutions for quality education.
• Registration and Regulation: Authorizes establishment and registration of cooperatives, monitors compliance, and conducts regular inspections.
• Adjudication: Investigates disputes and provides resolutions. Disciplinary actions can be enforced if necessary.

Governance and Administration

• Board of Directors: Composed of a chairperson and six members, representing various cooperative sectors.
• Ex-officio Members: Secretaries from the Department of Trade and Industry and the Department of Interior and Local Government.
• Authority Structure: Includes an appointed administrator and five deputy administrators focusing on various operational aspects.

Organizational Presence

• Central Office: Located in Quezon City.
• Regional Offices: A total of 16 regional offices across the nation, coordinating with the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao.

Contact Information

• For more information, visit the CDA website: www.cda.gov.ph or contact the provided telephone numbers.