RANCHO CUCAMONGA, Calif.--CO-OP Financial Services announced it has expanded its corporate partnership with the African-American Credit Union Coalition.
CO-OP Financial Services said it is expanding its support for the AACUC by committing to a five-year corporate sponsorship. Through the long-term commitment, CO-OP said will work with the AACUC to help develop, promote and participate in the Coalition’s events and initiatives, including its Annual Virtual Conference, planned for August 16-21.
“There is strong cultural alignment between the AACUC and CO-OP, as both organizations are grounded by a purpose to strengthen the credit union industry,” said Dorthy Mack, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Council co-chair at CO-OP. “Watching the AACUC’s growth has been exciting; it’s a testament to the movement’s acknowledgement of the need for change and AACUC’s tenacity to lead the way. CO-OP is honored to join AACUC leadership, members and supporters in the unification, education, conversations and investments that will bring the movement closer to a future in which diversity, equity and inclusion thrive.”
‘Forum for Conversation’
CO-OP said its own DE&I Council serves as a forum for conversation within the company and works to foster a workplace where every employee feels valued, respected and connected. Recently the Council invited employees to form Engagement Resource Groups based on employees’ shared characteristics, life experiences and interests, CO-OP said.
Mack anticipates the Council’s work will dovetail well with the activities of the AACUC, enabling a highly engaging partnership.
“We look forward to deepening our collaboration with CO-OP team members who are clearly eager to partner in bringing about meaningful change,” said Renee Sattiewhite, president/CEO of the AACUC. “This is a crucial time for all people, and especially those in a position of strength and influence, to fight against racism in all forms. CO-OP has a significant opportunity to make a lasting difference in the lives and careers of the people helping millions of Americans live financially healthy lives.”