Landings Credit Union Earns Juntos Avanzamos Designation

Posted by Britt Bonanzino on April 1, 2024

Landings Credit Union has achieved national recognition of its’ commitment to financial inclusion by earning the prestigious Juntos Avanzamos designation.

This milestone demonstrates Landings role as a trusted partner in empowering underserved populations in Arizona. The Landings team has accomplished groundbreaking work to meet the needs of low-income consumers at large, and specifically to the Hispanic community.

“Receiving the Juntos Avanzamos designation is not just a badge of honor for our credit union; it is a promise to the communities we proudly serve,“ explained Cecilia Estrada Ashe, Vice President and Chief Operations Officer at Landings Credit Union. “It signifies our unwavering dedication to providing inclusive financial services that empower individuals and families to achieve their financial goals and dreams.”

GoWest President and CEO Troy Stang shared, “It is inspiring to see the commitment of the Landings Credit Union team to proactively meet the needs of Hispanic and immigrant consumers. We applaud them for their efforts and continued work to support their community.”

What is Juntos Avanzamos?

Juntos Avanzamos, which translates to “Together We Advance,” is a national designation for credit unions dedicated to serving and empowering Hispanic and immigrant consumers – helping them navigate the U.S. financial system and providing safe, affordable, and relevant financial services. Juntos Avanzamos credit unions employ bilingual, culturally-competent staff and leadership, accept alternative forms of ID and treat all of their members with respect, regardless of immigration status. There are nearly two dozen credit unions in the GoWest region who currently hold a Juntos Avanzamos designation as well as regional chapter of Juntos Avanzamos designated credit unions in the Pacific Northwest.

Impact on the Community

By breaking down barriers to access and fostering financial literacy and stability, this special designation shows a credit union’s mission to uplift entire communities to create a brighter, more equitable future for all.

Since the national launch of the Juntos Avanzamos network in 2015, the program now has a presence in 29 states, serving more than 12 million consumers and delivering responsible financial products at over 141 credit unions spanning 1,196 community branches.

Looking Ahead

Receiving the Juntos Avanzamos designation is a cause for celebration. Landings and Juntos Avanzamos will host a proclamation ceremony to commemorate the distinction with employees, members and the communities they serve. Keep an eye on their social media pages to learn more as details are finalized – you can find Landings on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and X.

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