26/07/2026
60 Years of Growing Cooperatives into a Movement
Commissioned by the MASS-SPECC Cooperative Development Center for its Diamond Anniversary, the "Builders of Resilience" Impact Study moves past traditional balance sheets to examine how six decades of cooperative values have uplifted families, strengthened local economies, and shaped inclusive growth across Mindanao.
Grounded in Grassroots Voices
To ensure complete objectivity and authentic storytelling, independent external evaluator Interdev Consulting, Inc. conducted in-depth field interviews across 10 representative affiliate cooperatives. By listening directly to grassroots members, farmers, and community leaders, the evaluation was directly guided by the living voices of the movement.
A Shared Milestone
An assessment of this magnitude was made possible through an entire ecosystem of community builders:
Strategic Leadership: Past and present MASS-SPECC officers who ensured two generations of visionary continuity.
Dedicated Teams: Key management, staff, and field personnel who keep the cooperative spirit thriving daily.
Development Partners: The network of enablers supporting the federation’s regional mission.
This landmark report honors the legacy of foundational pioneers while serving as an evidence-based roadmap for the next 60 years of collective progress. Interdev Consulting, Inc. extends its deepest gratitude to the entire MASS-SPECC family for sharing their history and making this evaluation possible.