Your membership with the Northwest Credit Union Association and CUNA grants you access to cost-effective training programs and networking events designed to help your credit union’s staff develop the skills and relationships necessary for success in today’s challenging business environment. The Association also administers annual award programs that recognize best practices in our industry and the credit union commitment to social responsibility.
Events Calendar
The Association’s events calendar includes a listing of upcoming Association-sponsored events, as well as events from other system allies of interest to credit unions in the Northwest.
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Networking Councils
Networking councils are forums for credit union professionals to meet, share experiences and learn from one another. Councils meet in person three times per year and offer high-level presentations from industry experts.
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Director Specific Training
Training for your directors is a priority. NWCUA is invested in making sure your board members have the training resources needed to meet the challenges inherent with operating complex financial institutions.
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Award Programs
The Association’s award programs recognize the best our industry has to offer including annual awards that recognize lifetime contributions to the credit union movement, social responsibility, and excellence in advocacy, marketing, and chapter effectiveness.
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National Certification Programs
These self-paced, self-study programs can help credit union professionals and board members gain essential skills.
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Training Solutions
The NWCUA provides customized direct training programs for your credit union. Available topics include compliance training, advocacy, and media training, as well as orientation training.
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Grants & Scholarships
The Northwest Credit Union Foundation (NWCUF) is a 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to identifying and nurturing partnerships that bring Northwest credit unions, community organizations, and nonprofits together to improve and grow the regional economy. The foundation’s mission is to cultivate opportunities and develop leaders that improve the well-being of the communities credit unions serve. The Foundation provides credit unions and community partners with support to promote asset-building, economic empowerment, and cooperative development. Community grants and professional development scholarships are available.
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