Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI)

Everyone is welcome!

This page shares information about our DEI practices, updates on efforts to support change, and offers resources and insights to help you stay informed about this global conversation. We hope you find knowledge and inspiration!

DEI is part of our strategic plan. The DEI Council was formed in May 2020 and is responsible for developing the structure of DEI at the Credit Union and crafting its direction, which includes dialogue with executive management team members.

Our DEI Council helps articulate our DEI mission, formalize policies and procedures and develop programs and activities. We are a member of the CU DEI Collective, an expanding national group of organizations and service providers within the Credit Union Movement devoted to furthering DEI.

Our Commitment.

We are here to be part of positive change for our Members, staff, and the communities we serve. To be held accountable with actions not words.

Our Resources.
These are articles and resources we found informative. Bookmark this page for future reference.

Opportunities To Learn & Serve:

Every day, we have the opportunity to enrich the lives of others.

Celebrate Diversity

1. Commit to boosting your cultural competency.
   • Interact with someone you don’t usually engage with from a different culture or background to gain a better understanding and improve communication.
   • Educate yourself.
2. Actively seek out new perspectives and ideas.
   • Create a space where different ideas and perspectives are valued.
3. Treat others the way they want to be treated (Platinum Rule)
   • Observe diverse traditions, celebrations, holidays, etc., from different cultures.
4. Contribute to the cultural diversity of your workplace.
   • Work to build a better understanding of others.
   • Work to get to know your colleagues on a personal level to find common ground and appreciate cultural difference.
5. Promote an inclusive and welcoming work environment.

Diversity Awareness

• 5 Facts About Diversity in the Workplace That May Surprise You
• 10 Fun Trivia Facts on Culture

What Do We Mean By Diversity, Equity and Inclusion?

Diversity: This is not just about physical differences. It is fundamentally about engaging with and appreciating people of diverse backgrounds, cultures, attitudes, and thoughts. It's about seeing the possibilities and acting on these. 

Equity: This is ensuring people can compete in life without facing issues that do not allow accessibility to those opportunities. It should not be confused with equality.   

Inclusion: Simply having a seat at the table is not inclusion. Having a presence with a feeling of belonging is inclusion.