Getting real about diversity, equity, and inclusion

The murder of George Floyd in 2020 led to tough conversations about diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) across society. A group of thought leaders discussed the credit union movement’s DEI efforts during a breakout session Monday at the 2022 CUNA Governmental Affairs Conference (GAC).

“This is not about being political, this is about being caring, kind, and sticking to what’s brought credit unions so much value,” says African-American Credit Union Coalition President/CEO Renee Sattiewhite. “We want to be bold in our hiring choices, making sure we’re creating opportunities for people of color...