How Does BECU Embrace Its 3 Pillars Of DEI?
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The Washington credit union’s expansive strategy addresses not only employees and culture but also the needs of members and communities.
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December 26, 2022
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As we celebrate the holiday season, the office of Callahan & Associates will be closed Dec. 26 through Jan. 2. Enjoy this selection of the best of 2022, and we’ll see you in 2023. Mentoring Program Connects C-Suite Women With Young Black Professionals A six-week, 1-to-1 mentoring program connects white women in senior leadership
CreditUnions.com 2022: Best Of Impact
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10 ideas to inspire strategies that make a meaningful difference.
4 Ways To Support Small Businesses Every Saturday
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No need to wait until Nov. 26, credit unions can back local businesses any day off the year.
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October 24, 2022
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A look back at strategies and ideas that help credit unions make an even bigger difference in the communities they serve.
How One Credit Union Implemented DEIBA — And How Yours Can, Too
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Your credit union wants to prioritize Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Belonging and Accessibility —you know that much. But what does the journey to implement those values look like?
Create a Ripple Effect For Positive Impact
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A mentoring experience offered one participant the chance to better understand biases, stand in another person’s shoes, and put DEI principles into action.
Impact Strategies From June 2022
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Think there’s no room for creativity in banking? Think again. These stories from the last month reveal a host of new ways credit unions are finding to serve members and make a difference in their communities.
Mentoring Program Connects C-Suite Women With Young Black Professionals
June 20, 2022
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A six-week, 1-to-1 mentoring program connects white women in senior leadership positions with up-and-coming black women in the credit union industry to open discussion around the racial divide and gender bias.
How 3 Credit Unions Tackle Systemic Issues
June 20, 2022
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Special loan programs at cooperatives across the country address equity, financial deserts, emergency aid, and climate change.
How Does BECU Embrace Its 3 Pillars Of DEI?
The Washington credit union’s expansive strategy addresses not only employees and culture but also the needs of members and communities.
CreditUnions.com 2022: Best Of Human Resources And Operations
As we celebrate the holiday season, the office of Callahan & Associates will be closed Dec. 26 through Jan. 2. Enjoy this selection of the ...
CreditUnions.com 2022: Best Of Impact
10 ideas to inspire strategies that make a meaningful difference.
4 Ways To Support Small Businesses Every Saturday
No need to wait until Nov. 26, credit unions can back local businesses any day off the year.
Impact Strategies From October 2022
A look back at strategies and ideas that help credit unions make an even bigger difference in the communities they serve.
How One Credit Union Implemented DEIBA — And How Yours Can, Too
Your credit union wants to prioritize Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Belonging and Accessibility —you know that much. But what does the journey to implement those values ...
Create a Ripple Effect For Positive Impact
A mentoring experience offered one participant the chance to better understand biases, stand in another person’s shoes, and put DEI principles into action.
Impact Strategies From June 2022
Think there’s no room for creativity in banking? Think again. These stories from the last month reveal a host of new ways credit unions are ...
Mentoring Program Connects C-Suite Women With Young Black Professionals
A six-week, 1-to-1 mentoring program connects white women in senior leadership positions with up-and-coming black women in the credit union industry to open discussion around ...
How 3 Credit Unions Tackle Systemic Issues
Special loan programs at cooperatives across the country address equity, financial deserts, emergency aid, and climate change.
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