Large Turnout for Annual State Gov’t Affairs Conference
On January 27, over 270 credit union professionals from across Wisconsin shared The Credit Union Difference with their elected officials at The League’s annual State Government Affairs Conference in Madison. During those meetings, attendees shared their support for legislation to prevent financial fraud, strengthen financial literacy education, and rein in predatory lending practices.
It’s the International Year of Cooperatives!
The United Nations has declared 2025 the International Year of Cooperatives, highlighting how cooperatives build a better world through their vital role in sustainable development, inclusive growth, and strengthening community resilience. As not-for-profit cooperatives, credit unions are uniquely equipped to foster financial well-being for all through their adherence to the seven Cooperative Principles originally adopted by The International Cooperative Alliance and an emerging eighth cooperative principle set by the National Credit Union Foundation and America’s Credit Unions.
CUs in the News
Whether it’s giving back, awarding scholarships, or fostering financial literacy (and so much more), here’s how Wisconsin’s credit unions support their members and communities– a monthly series.
Latest News
-
Four Speakers You Won’t Want to Miss at the Women’s Leadership Summit
Under: Uncategorized
Let’s learn from experts and peers alike how to embrace our skills and share talents at work and in life at Women’s Leadership Summit happening March 16 from 8:30am-4:00pm. Spend the day learning from our speakers on becoming a great leader, igniting your own authenticity, increasing your impact, and more! Here is who you won’t…
-
CUs in the News: January 2023
Under: CU Difference, CUs in the News
Whether it’s giving back, awarding scholarships, creating community, providing innovative solutions, or fostering financial literacy (and so much more), here’s how Wisconsin’s credit unions supported their members and communities in January.
-
Over 200 Share The Credit Union Difference at the State Government Affairs Conference
Under: Advocacy
On January 24, over 200 Wisconsin Credit Union Activists shared The Credit Union Difference in 128 meetings with their legislators for our annual State Government Affairs Conference.
-
New! Virtual Focused Learning Opportunities- Multiple Start Dates
Under: Uncategorized
Because of our relationships with system partners, The League is able to offer new, role-specific, focused learning opportunities in 2023. These four upcoming webinar series are targeted for sales, branch managers, and operations credit union professionals.
-
CUs in the News: December 2022
Under: CU Difference, CUs in the News
Whether it’s giving back, awarding scholarships, creating community, providing innovative solutions, or fostering financial literacy (and so much more), here’s how Wisconsin’s credit unions supported their members and communities in December.
-
VIDEO: Providing Financial Literacy Education to Disenfranchised Youth
Under: Advocacy
As part of their mission to foster financial wellbeing, credit unions provide financial literacy education and resources to their communities, including to those who have been traditionally underserved and disenfranchised.
-
New League Champion Program Offers Registration Discounts – 10 Spots Available!
Under: Uncategorized
The League’s new Champion Program is a reward-based initiative that allows participants to become more involved with League educational events while receiving discounts on registration costs.
-
VIDEO: Combating Financial Elder Abuse with AARP Bank Certification
Under: Advocacy
Currently, financial abuse is the primary issue identified in 22% of all reported elder abuse-related crimes in Wisconsin, and this exploitation has increased dramatically in recent years across the country. Check out the video below to learn more about how a Wisconsin credit union obtained AARP Bank Certification so its employees on the frontlines of…
-
CUs in the News: November 2022
Under: CU Difference, CUs in the News
Whether it’s giving back, awarding scholarships, creating community, providing innovative solutions, or fostering financial literacy (and so much more), here’s how Wisconsin’s credit unions supported their members and communities in November.
-
2022 League Highlights
Under: More on the Movement
The Wisconsin Credit Union League is hard at work on behalf of Wisconsin’s credit unions and credit union members. See how your 2022 dues contributed to advocacy outreach, compliance support, continuing education, and development initiatives that strengthened The Credit Union Movement throughout the state.