World Council of Credit Unions (WOCCU)

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🚀 INNOVATION WITH IMPACT! WOCCU’s Cooperative Forum on Financial Innovation (Foro Cooperativo de Innovación Financiera) is underway in Panama. This first of its kind event centering on people, technology and values is unifying 165 financial leaders from 13 countries to reimagine the future of finance in Latin America 🌎💡. Learn more in our latest Building Global Bridges Blog post. https://lnkd.in/gsqbgpT6 Grace C. Badilla Lopez Oscar Guzman Thomas Belekevich Cooperativas Micoope FEDEAC R.L. #CoopInnovation #FinancialInclusion #LatinAmericaFinance #WOCCU #CreditUnionImpact #DigitalTransformation

🎙️ A New Chapter at WOCCU In the latest episode of The Global Credit Union Podcast, Interim President & CEO Paul Treinen shares his vision for WOCCU during this time of transition — and what a stronger, more member-focused future looks like. Paul discusses: - His priorities as Interim President & CEO. - A renewed commitment to serving our trade association members. - Why international advocacy is more critical than ever. - What to expect at WCUC 2025 in Stockholm. Tune in to hear directly from Paul via the link: https://lnkd.in/eUEzTavC

Big news: The results of our Rally the Movement campaign are going further. With $650,000 invested in 2025, we’ve already helped the Ukrainian credit union system. Now, we’re expanding support to Kenya and Guatemala. These efforts will deliver real financial access for women, youth and small businesses. 🌍 Because sustainable credit unions create lasting change. 🙏 Thank you to everyone who donated and made this next phase possible! Worldwide Foundation for Credit Unions #doglobalbood #creditunion #RallyTheMovement

Great insights from WOCCU VP of International Advocacy Paul Andrews at #WavesofChange2025. Many thanks to the Canadian Credit Union Association for inviting Paul to give a global perspective on evolving regulations a timely, thought-provoking and essential Regulatory Outlook session designed to help credit unions navigating uncertainty.

🌍 Great insights from today’s Navigating a Changing World Economic Order session at the 2025 Canadian Credit Union Association Conference #WavesofChange2025! We’re proud to see WOCCU Board Director Linda Bowyer representing the global credit union perspective—sharing how board leaders can stay grounded, lead with purpose and navigate uncertainty with confidence. 💡👏 #CreditUnionLeadership #WOCCU #BoardExcellence #GlobalVoice

WOCCU is the only organization that champions fair and proportional regulations for credit unions and financial cooperatives around the world. That’s why we’re launching a new content series to keep you updated on everything related to advocacy! From global regulatory challenges to the work we do with international standard-setters — we’ll break it all down, clearly and accessibly. Stay tuned as we share how policy shapes the future of credit unions, and how your voice can make a difference.

🌍 Thank you, Natalie McQuade, for your insightful article on the vital role of international collaboration in the credit union movement. Your reflections from the Inclusiv Conference resonate deeply with our mission. At WOCCU, we firmly believe that global experiences inspire local success. Your emphasis on unity and shared learning underscores the importance of international cooperation in advancing financial inclusion. 📖 Read her full article here: https://lnkd.in/eS6BBf_k #CreditUnions #GlobalCollaboration #FinancialInclusion #PeopleHelpingPeople #InclusivConference

GWLN x Being At Work podcast 🌍 Eleni Giakoumopoulos MSc, Director of the Global Women’s Leadership Network, shares her powerful story and mission to help women everywhere step into leadership roles. From growing up as an immigrant to travelling across 30 countries, Lena knows firsthand what women face around the world. 💬 In this episode, Lena and the podcast host Andrea Butcher dive into: ✔️ Research and the #1 barrier for women advancing to leadership roles (it’s not what you think) ✔️ How cultural norms shape opportunities ✔️ Why global awareness is essential to real change 🎧 Follow the link to listen to the full episode: https://lnkd.in/geN4gnMB #doglobalgood #creditunion #womenleadership

Paul is headed to Canada! ✈️ VP of International Advocacy Paul Andrews will make his first international appearance for WOCCU at the Canadian Credit Union Association (CCUA) Convention next week in Halifax, Nova Scotia. Paul will join a panel exploring emerging regulatory trends across global, federal and provincial levels, offering valuable insights on what’s ahead and how credit unions can prepare. 💬 “It is my absolute privilege to share insights on how key international regulatory issues might impact credit unions in Canada. I also hope to learn what they need from World Council, so we can better advocate on their behalf in front of the international standard-setting bodies,” Paul shares. Keep up with WOCCU to see Paul bring his expertise to the global credit union stage. 🌐