Source: African-American Credit Union Coalition The African-American Credit Union Coalition (AACUC) was created to increase the […]
Sustainable finance has become the fastest, growing concern for credit unions and its potential regulation. Sustainable finance regulations would be more favorable to financial inclusion, made possible by Panya Monford and Andy Price of World Council of Credit Unions’ International Advocacy team.
From lending off the grid to feeding appetites and wallets — and much more in between — VSECU supports quality of life for members, business, and communities across the state of Vermont.
Corporate finance leaders are increasingly stepping up to help their companies deliver on racial and economic justice commitments. Most are enthusiastic about doing it, I’ve found in regular conversations with treasurers and CFOs, but some hesitate at the threshold of moving a big chunk of money. Impact deposits and investments are a new, unanticipated part of their jobs, and they don’t have accepted models to follow.
Majority-Black credit unions, while being more numerous than other majority-minority credit unions, are smaller on average, and have more difficulty lending their assets out into their membership. Here's how to change that.
The National Credit Union Foundation has today announced the recipients of a $100,000 grant to support smaller credit unions seeking to understand the roles culture, race and ethnicity play in financial well-being.
Federal credit unions have an inherently strong, socially conscious business model. Demonstrating the many ways that they may positively impact society can address consumers’ growing interest in choosing a financial institution that aligns with their values.
‘Serving the people who serve the world’ extends beyond financial solutions. Across our organization, we champion actions, advocacy, and community engagement on climate action and social equality. Learn more in our Human Rights Statement.
The fourth annual United in Sustainability Credit Union Summit (Nov. 15-16, 2021), hosted by United Nations Federal Credit Union and OAS Federal Credit Union, is set to accelerate sustainability journeys and tackle environmental and socio-economic issues to benefit planet and people -- all stemming from credit unions.
Despite the inclusion and diversity movement in the workplace, many companies still have a long way to go before experiencing the benefits of diversity.