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Basel Committee highlights need for proportional approach to regulation

The principle of proportionality can be used by a prudential credit union regulator when implementing the…

Woccu welcomes efforts to tailor EU rules for credit unions

'Where appropriate frameworks are adopted, credit unions are remarkably successful in providing inclusive economic growth for…

Credit union membership surpasses 274 million globally

Credit union membership has increased by 90 million since 2010, says Woccu

World’s credit unions celebrate ICU Day 2019

'ICU Day is a chance to showcase the meaningful change the movement brings to members worldwide'

Woccu helps Venezuelan refugees in Colombia access financial services

Woccu says the pilot has led to greater financial inclusion and education, as well as social…

Meet… Brandi Stankovic of CU Solutions

Brandi Stankovic shares her thoughts on credit unions in the UK and the USA – and…

Caribbean credit unions in spotlight at Woccu conference

The sector is providing vital services to underbanked communities across the Caribbean region, said prime minister…

Young professionals discuss diversity at World Credit Union Conference

Keynote speakers urge delegates to develop leadership qualities and truly address diversity issues

Digitisation in spotlight at Woccu conference in the Bahamas

Credit unions can share cost of investing in and providing new technology, says Woccu's Brian Branch

Co-op Financial Services commits $500k to women’s leadership scheme

The network works to address the industry’s gender gap and provide more opportunities for women involved…

International Credit Union Day will take local and global perspectives

Credit unions will share their stories on social media using the hashtag #ICUDay

USAID urged to consider credit unions as part of its international development funding

Cuna and Woccu have asked Usaid to ensure there is a level playing field for smaller…