Are you a young leader passionate about making an impact in the credit union and financial cooperative sector? The World Council of Credit Unions (WOCCU) invites you to apply for the WYCUP Scholarship 2025, an exclusive program designed to empower emerging professionals and volunteers in the industry.
Why Apply for the WYCUP Scholarship?
The World Young Credit Union Professionals (WYCUP) program connects innovative young leaders with global opportunities, fostering financial inclusion and sustainable success for credit unions worldwide. Through mentorship, networking, and professional development, WYCUP helps young professionals become the driving force behind the future of cooperative finance.
About the World Council of Credit Unions (WOCCU)
Established in 1971, the World Council of Credit Unions (WOCCU) is a leading global trade association and development organization dedicated to advancing credit unions and cooperative financial institutions worldwide. WOCCU represents member organizations in over 100 countries, serving more than 375 million individuals. Its mission is to improve lives through financial cooperatives by promoting innovation, leadership, and financial inclusion.
Key Scholarship Details
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Application Deadline: January 31, 2025
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Organization: World Council of Credit Unions (WOCCU)
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Scholarship Type: Professional Development
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Award Coverage: Airfare, hotel, and registration fees for selected international events
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Application Mode: Online submission
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Eligibility: Open to professionals and volunteers associated with credit unions or financial cooperatives worldwide
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Event Locations: Brazil or Sweden
Eligibility Criteria
To be considered for the WYCUP Scholarship, applicants must:
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Be 40 years of age or younger as of January 1, 2025.
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Show passion, leadership, and commitment to financial cooperatives.
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Be actively involved as an employee or volunteer in a credit union or cooperative financial institution.
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Be endorsed by a credit union, financial cooperative, or a national/regional association affiliated with WOCCU.
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Have no prior history as a WYCUP scholarship recipient or a World Council employee.
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Preference is given to those engaged in local young professional networks or working to establish them.
How to Apply
Applicants must submit the following:
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Completed application form with a sponsor endorsement.
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Proof of age (passport, driver’s license, birth certificate, or other official documentation).
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A 5-minute video answering the questions provided in the application form.
Video Submission Guidelines:
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The video must be recorded in landscape (horizontal) format.
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It should be uploaded to YouTube with the title: “Your Name – WYCUP 2025”.
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Include the video link in the nomination form.
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Send applications and supporting materials to wycup@woccu.org.
Scholarship Benefits
Recipients of the WYCUP Scholarship will receive:
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All-expense-paid participation (airfare, hotel, and registration fees) for one of the following global events:
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Sicredi Study Tour, Brazil (April 13-18, 2025): Includes participation in the Super Summit Sicredi in Foz de Iguaçu, Brazil.
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World Credit Union Conference (WCUC), Stockholm, Sweden (July 14-17, 2025): The largest global gathering of credit union professionals and emerging leaders.
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Exclusive access to the WYCUP In-Person Global Emerging Leaders Summit, special breakout sessions, and community giveback activities at WCUC 2025.
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Opportunities to expand your professional network, enhance leadership skills, and contribute to the international credit union movement.
Why This Scholarship Matters
The WYCUP Scholarship is more than just financial support it’s a transformative experience that connects young leaders with a global community of professionals dedicated to financial inclusion and cooperative growth. Whether you’re looking to expand your career, develop leadership skills, or make a global impact, this program is your gateway to success.
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Conclusion
Don’t miss this incredible opportunity to accelerate your career and join a network of global changemakers in the financial cooperative sector. Apply before January 31, 2025 to be considered for this prestigious scholarship.
For more information, visit the official WOCCU website or send inquiries to wycup@woccu.org.
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