According to the NCUA’s latest Diversity Self-Assessment Results, women hold slightly more than 51% of the CEO roles at reporting credit unions. That number falls to just 16.9% for self-reporting credit unions with more than $1 billion in assets.

On April 1, Governor Tony Evers proclaimed the month of April as Financial Literacy and Capability Month in Wisconsin. The proclamation is part of a nationwide effort to raise awareness about the importance of financial literacy education and financial wellness.

Whether it's giving back, awarding scholarships, creating community, providing innovative solutions, or fostering financial literacy (and so much more), here's how Wisconsin's credit unions supported their members and communities in March.

The recent collapse of two regional banks has raised concerns regarding the soundness of the US banking system. While this situation does not involve the collapse of a credit union, it is important to keep the following in mind.

The League is thrilled to announce its partnership with OnCourse Learning, a live and on-demand webinar provider offering hundreds of expert-led regulatory compliance and professional development training offerings for credit union professionals.

Check out this short video from Convention Keynote Speaker Ross Shafer, introducing himself and outlining how to future-proof your credit union and stay relevant in 2023. Ross will be speaking on May 11 at The League Convention & Expo at the Kalahari Resort in Wisconsin Dells. We can't wait to see you there!

Whether it's giving back, awarding scholarships, creating community, providing innovative solutions, or fostering financial literacy (and so much more), here's how Wisconsin's credit unions supported their members and communities in February.

From February 11-19, 130 participants moved it for The Movement, breaking a sweat and raising $12,000 to support the wellness of Wisconsin's credit unions. The annual Frozen Foundation Fitness Fundraiser, held each winter, featured shoveling, skiing, snowmobiling, walking, pickle-balling, four-legged friends, and plenty of other assorted winter fun and frolicking!

We can’t believe it is already that time of the year again to be announcing that our League Convention & Expo is open for registration! Last year, we hosted over 400 credit union professionals in Appleton-- our first in-person Convention since 2019. This year we are headed to the Wisconsin Dells for our can’t-miss premiere event. See you there!

Let’s learn from experts and peers alike how to embrace our skills and share talents at work and in life at Women’s Leadership Summit happening March 16 from 8:30am-4:00pm. Spend the day learning from our speakers on becoming a great leader, igniting your own authenticity, increasing your impact, and more! Here is who you won’t want to miss:

Whether it's giving back, awarding scholarships, creating community, providing innovative solutions, or fostering financial literacy (and so much more), here's how Wisconsin's credit unions supported their members and communities in January.

On January 24, over 200 Wisconsin Credit Union Activists shared The Credit Union Difference in 128 meetings with their legislators for our annual State Government Affairs Conference.

Because of our relationships with system partners, The League is able to offer new, role-specific, focused learning opportunities in 2023. These four upcoming webinar series are targeted for sales, branch managers, and operations credit union professionals.

Whether it's giving back, awarding scholarships, creating community, providing innovative solutions, or fostering financial literacy (and so much more), here's how Wisconsin's credit unions supported their members and communities in December.

As part of their mission to foster financial wellbeing, credit unions provide financial literacy education and resources to their communities, including to those who have been traditionally underserved and disenfranchised.

The League's new Champion Program is a reward-based initiative that allows participants to become more involved with League educational events while receiving discounts on registration costs.

Currently, financial abuse is the primary issue identified in 22% of all reported elder abuse-related crimes in Wisconsin, and this exploitation has increased dramatically in recent years across the country. Check out the video below to learn more about how a Wisconsin credit union obtained AARP Bank Certification so its employees on the frontlines of this issue are prepared to help protect their members' life savings.

Whether it's giving back, awarding scholarships, creating community, providing innovative solutions, or fostering financial literacy (and so much more), here's how Wisconsin's credit unions supported their members and communities in November.

The Wisconsin Credit Union League is hard at work on behalf of Wisconsin's credit unions and credit union members. See how your 2022 dues contributed to advocacy outreach, compliance support, continuing education, and development initiatives that strengthened The Credit Union Movement throughout the state.

The League is pleased to announce that it has arranged to offer member credit unions free access to the Husch Blackwell law firm for help with human resources (HR) questions, starting Dec. 1.