Research partnerships
The Business Council of Co-operatives and Mutuals (BCCM)
The BCCM is the peak body for co-operatives and mutuals in Australia. Its national network of member-owned businesses fosters innovation and business relationships in the sector, and members believe that co-operatives and mutuals help to build a more inclusive, prosperous and sustainable Australia. Mutual Value Lab’s research collaboration with the BCCM examines the role and value of the CME model for resolving significant economic and social issues in Australia, such as the shortage of aged care in regional Australia.
Projects
The One Box
The One Box food is a social enterprise that provides fresh, nutritious food to approximately 2,500 Australian families each week - primarily via schools. Mutual Value Lab’s research collaboration with The One Box examines how food security for Australian families and communities could be improved through innovative food relief models. For example, in 2024 the collaboration highlighted not only the scale of food relief The One Box delivered, but the stability, confidence and connection it made possible for families.
Projects
Measuring the impact of The One Box
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Mutuo Limited
Mutuo is a UK-based co-operative and mutual consultancy that partners with the BCCM to implement Mutual Value Lab’s MVM framework for co-operatives and mutuals on a global scale. This global strategic collaboration is analysing the MVM’s role in strategy and operation of co-operative and mutual enterprises (CMEs) around the world that adopt the framework. Mutuo managing partner Peter Hunt is a Mutual Value Lab member and an Adjunct Professor of Practice. Peter is also collaborating with MVL Director A/Prof Paul Thambar on developing corporate education programs for CME leaders, and in research partnerships with global universities and research centres, such as the Oxford Centre for Mutual and Co-owned businesses at the Kellogg College, Oxford University.
Partner with us
Mutual Value Lab partners with Cooperative and Mutual Enterprises (CMEs), social enterprises and not-for-profits, alongside government and peak bodies, to measure, evaluate and communicate mutual value. To learn more about partnering with Mutual Value Lab, see Partnering with Impact Labs.