Special

Concept

Cooperatives comprised of individuals who need to be cared for, or those in situations established by Law 9.867, of November 10, 1999, due to physical, sensorial or mental impairments; ex-convicts or those who have been given alternative sentences; drug users; and adolescents over the age of 16 in difficult economic, social or affective family situations.

These cooperatives aim to place these individuals on the labor market, generating income and promoting active citizenship. Worked is organized according to the individual and collective disadvantages of these individuals. Special development programs are designed and executed, aimed at promoting productivity and social and economic independence. An individual's condition must be attested by a document issued by a government agency, upholding the right to privacy. Social Cooperative bylaws allow the inclusion of one or more categories of voluntary members, who provide their services free of charge, who are not defined as disabled. For these, the main objective is to promote their citizenship, their placement on the labor market, just as any other individual. These cooperatives are comprised of underage individuals, and by those unable to fully assume their responsibilities as citizens. Law No. 9.867, of November 10, 1999, (Annex 3) regulates the creation and operation of Social Cooperatives, and the responsibilities of their members.