We are a voluntary organization, open to all persons able to use our service and willing to accept the responsibilities of the membership, without gender, social, racial, political, or religious discrimination.

We are a democratic organization controlled by our members, who are encouraged to actively participate in the democratic process to nominate and vote for elected board members. It's under this process that allows the members to set policies and make decisions regarding the well-being of the cooperative. The board of directors are accountable to the members.

Cooperative members contribute equitably to, and democratically control, the capital of Medina EC. At least part of that capital is usually the common property of the co-op. Members usually receive limited compensation, if any, on capital subscribed as a condition of membership. Members allocate surpluses for any or all of the following purposes: developing the cooperative, possibly by setting up reserves, part of which at least would be indivisible; benefiting members in proportion to their transactions with the cooperative; and supporting other activities approved by the membership.

We are an autonomous, self-help organization controlled by our members. If we enter into agreements with other organizations, including governments, or raise capital from external sources, we do so on terms that ensure democratic control by the members and maintain our autonomy.

We provide education and training for our members, elected representatives, managers, and employees so we can contribute effectively to the development of the co-op. We take time to inform the general public, particularly young people and opinion leaders, about the nature and benefits of cooperation.

Cooperatives take pride in working together to be more effective for our members. We strengthen the cooperative movement and serve our members by working together through local, national, regional, and international structures.

With member needs in mind, we concentrate on promoting sustainable development in our communities through policies accepted by the members.