GWLN & WYCUP Activities



The Worldwide Foundation for Credit Unions, the fundraising and engagement arm of the World Council of Credit Unions compliments the work to bridge credit union gaps that transform member communities worldwide. Under WFCU, the Global Women’s Leadership Network (GWLN) and the World Council Young Credit Union Professionals (WYCUP) initiatives work to eliminate gaps around gender inequality and leadership relevance.

Various activities will be held throughout the conference that showcase GWLN & WYCUP.


Global Women's Leadership Network Reception

When: Saturday, 22 July
Time: 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm 
Where: Ocean Foyer of the Vancouver Convention Center West
Cost: Complimentary to GWLN Members & Non-Members

Begin your 2023 WCUC experience and join us for the GWLN Welcome Reception. Join us as we collectively welcome our GWLN members, industry partners and guests, recognize the Athena Award winner and hear the latest from GWLN!

Registration for this event is available during the conference registration process. If you have already registered, you can click on Register above and click "Already Registered?". 

WYCUP Emerging Leaders Summit

When: Saturday, 22 July
Time: 9:00 am - 3:00 pm (Doors open at 8:15 am)
Where: Room 211-214 at the Vancouver Convention Center West
Cost: Complimentary to conference attendees, $360 USD per person for those not attending the conference

WYCUP welcomes the World’s Young Credit Union Professionals (40 years of age and under) to join us at the WYCUP Global Emerging Leaders’ Summit.

The Summit brings together emerging leaders from around the world to network, share global perspectives and explore opportunities for greater collaboration and engagement through the credit union movement. There is no additional cost for conference participants to attend, however space is very limited.

Your involvement is critical to our success and keeping WYCUP programing costs accessible. Thank you again for your help.

Registration for this event is available during the conference registration process, if you are attending the conference. If you have already registered, you can click on Register above and click "Already Registered?". 

If you are not attending the World Credit Union Conference, you can register for the WYCUP Summit here. 

Global Women's Leadership Network Forum

When: Sunday, 23 July
Time: 8:30 am - 2:00 pm
Location: Room 211 - 214 at the Vancouver Convention Center West
Cost: Complimentary to GWLN Members & Non-Members

Join us at the 2023 GWLN Forum! Learn about bridging the gender gap in credit unions, listen to an international panel of leaders sharing expertise on women’s empowerment and vote on the winning proposals from this year’s GWLN’s scholars.

Registration for this event is available during the conference registration process. If you have already registered, you can click on Register above and click "Already Registered?".