The Global Credit Union Podcast – Episode 30: 75 years of International Credit Union Day
MADISON, WI (October 19, 2023) — This month on Episode 30 of the Global Credit Union Podcast, we are taking time to celebrate the 75th Anniversary of International Credit Union Day, which takes place on Thursday, October 19, 2023.
Each year, since 1948, our global movement has taken time out on the third Thursday of October to celebrate the spirit of people helping people. ICU Day, as its commonly known, is recognized to reflect upon the credit union movement’s history, promote its achievements, recognize hard work and share member experiences.
The ultimate goal is to raise awareness about the tremendous work that credit unions and other financial cooperatives are doing around the world and give members the opportunity to get more engaged.
But how did we get to the point of being able to celebrate the 75th anniversary? We take a look back at the origins of not just International Credit Union Day, but the entire credit union movement. We’ll also hear what this annual celebration means to so many credit union professionals around the globe. Please enjoy this special edition of The Global Credit Union Podcast!
About World Council of Credit Unions
World Council of Credit Unions is the global trade association and development platform for credit unions. World Council promotes the sustainable development of credit unions and other financial cooperatives around the world to empower people through access to high quality and affordable financial services. World Council advocates on behalf of the global credit union system before international organizations and works with national governments to improve legislation and regulation. Its technical assistance programs introduce new tools and technologies to strengthen credit unions' financial performance and increase their outreach.
World Council has implemented 300+ technical assistance programs in 90 countries. Worldwide, 82,758 credit unions in 97 countries serve 404 million people. Learn more about World Council's impact around the world at www.woccu.org.
