Cambodian Project given a huge boost

United States credit union, Mountain America Credit Union has just given US $75,000 (approx AUD$92,000) to the CUFA/WOCCU Cambodian project. Mountain America Credit Union is a large credit union based in the state of Utah. It has over 250,000 members being serviced through 48 branches. It is the 41st largest credit union in the United States. The money will be used to reach more Cambodian credit unions with training and technical assistance through CUFA’s Training Centre in Phnom Penh.

Short Term Secondment to Tonga

The Credit Union Foundation Australia (CUFA) is looking to assist the Ministry of Commerce, Labour and industries in the Kingdom of Tonga with the financial assistance of the Commonwealth Secretariat to undertake a study to determine the feasibility and viability of a credit union bank.

International Credit Union (ICU) Day - 18 October 2007

This year's International Credit Union (ICU) Day theme, "Together We're Better," recognises the progress made around the world as credit unions continue to work together and forge new partnerships. Regardless of the country in which they live, credit union members are discovering their commonalities. And with the exchange of new ideas, credit unions reach more members and offer better services for everyone.

New CUFA Staff Appointment Builds Extra Strength