Our sector is growing and our members are always exploring new ways to put customers first. Explore the latest news and updates from across the customer owned banking sector.
Established in 2009, the Global Women’s Leadership Network (GWLN) is a global program that strives to advance women’s leadership within credit unions and financial cooperatives around the world. It focuses … Read more
The year 1966 was a watershed moment for the credit union movement in Australia. According to data from the Australian Mutuals Archives, 63 credit unions were formed in that single … Read more
The World Credit Union Conference (WCUC) is coming to Sydney next July for the first time in its history. This major international event will be co-hosted by the World Council … Read more
Now in its 38th year, KPMG’s latest review of the mutual banking sector in 2025 considers how innovation rooted in purpose can contribute to the long-term advancement of the sector. … Read more
A new global report from the World Council of Credit Unions (WOCCU) offers new insights on the customer-owned sector, which now caters to more than 412 million people around the … Read more
Since 1948, International Credit Union Day has been celebrated on the third Thursday of October, commemorating the spirit of the global credit union movement. This year’s theme is “Cooperation for … Read more
As NSW communities grabble amidst record floods, customer-owned banks are ready to provide support. “We understand this is an incredibly stressful time, but customer-owned banks stand with their customers and … Read more
For customers impacted by Tropical Cyclone Alfred, customer-owned banks stand with their communities and are ready to provide support. If you’re experiencing financial hardship, please reach out to your customer-owned … Read more
At the heart of the customer-owned banking sector are its people. With a long tradition of serving communities, customer-owned banks have consistently stepped up in times of crisis and financial … Read more
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