We continually strive to foster a better experience for our internal teams, the credit union industry and the community. It is critical to look beyond what you see on the surface to value the most important resource we have as a company and as an industry – respected, diverse human beings. The League has formed an employee-led committee dedicated to community outreach, professional development, belonging, advancement and awareness initiatives for credit unions through projects, activities, events and resources.
Our goal is to not only serve as the thought leaders but as an action-driven organization going beyond words to create a company culture that actively supports the efforts of our credit union partners striving for financial well-being for all.
We pledge to strengthen our workplace and credit union communities to empower all with a sense of belonging and hold firm to our philosophy of people helping people. Learn how our internal CTC is making strides to build a strong culture here at the Illinois Credit Union System.
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ICUL is excited to announce our partnership with CU Pride. As the first organizational member in CU Pride, our employees can tap into myriad of inclusive resources and events all year long!
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ICUL is proud to partner with AACUC, an award-winning organization shaping the credit union movement.
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ICUL partners with the National Association of Latino Credit Unions & Professionals who provides financial education and services for the Hispanic/Latino community as well as to increase economic, asset-building, and professional development opportunities.
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The Illinois Sister Society champions CU women in the workplace. We strive to support and advance CU women in their careers. We sponsor inspirational programs, networking events, and empowering activities across Illinois throughout the year.
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The credit union movement knows the power of cooperation and that we can make a bigger impact when we work together.
Inclusiv believes that true financial inclusion and empowerment is a fundamental right. They are dedicated to closing the gaps and removing barriers to financial opportunities for people living in distressed and underserved communities. Inclusiv is a certified CDFI intermediary that transforms local progress into lasting national change. They provide capital, make connections, build capacity, develop innovative products and services and advocate for our member community development credit unions (CDCUs). Inclusiv members serve over eight million residents of low-income urban, rural and reservation-based communities across the US.
Meaning “Together We Advance,” is a designation for credit unions committed to serving and empowering Hispanic and immigrant consumers by helping them navigate the U.S. financial system and providing safe, affordable and relevant financial services. Juntos Avanzamos credit unions employ bilingual, culturally-competent staff and leadership, accept alternative forms of ID and treat all of their members with respect, regardless of immigration status. First developed by the Cornerstone Credit Union League, Inclusiv is now leading the national expansion of the designation with the number of Juntos Avanzamos credit unions is rapidly expanding. Today the network includes 109 credit unions in 27 states, Puerto Rico and the District of Columbia.
Their name, meaning “cooperate” in Spanish, reflects their mission; Coopera is the only emerging-markets company in the credit union industry exclusively focused on serving Hispanic members. With deep expertise in this fast-growing, youthful, and underserved demographic—the largest emerging market in the U.S.—Coopera helps credit unions grow by effectively reaching and engaging the Hispanic community.
Check out the “Multicultural Opportunity Report” commissioned by the ICU Foundation in 2024.
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