Step Up facilitated a strategic planning activity for Buon Pastore Multi-Purpose Cooperative in November 2025 aimed at strengthening its institutional direction and supporting its continued growth through market diversification and enterprise development.

The activity convened cooperative officers, board members, and general membership representatives to assess organizational performance, identify operational gaps, and define strategic priorities for the coming years. Through guided workshops and participatory discussions, the cooperative was able to align its programs and business initiatives with its long-term development goals and emerging market opportunities.

The strategic planning activity also reinforced Buon Pastore’s commitment to its core values of integrity, service excellence, innovation, sustainability, leadership, and empowerment. Step Up underscored the importance of balancing economic competitiveness with social responsibility by investing in human capital development, enhancing governance systems, and promoting participatory decision-making.

Step Up continues to support local organizations in their development efforts by providing technical assistance, capacity-building services, and strategic guidance toward the achievement of their long-term goals.