Advocacy News
GoWest’s Pam Leavitt, Oregon Credit Unions, Honored at National GAC for Advocacy Leadership
It takes a village to move the advocacy needle. This is something that Pam Leavitt realized when she joined the Credit Union Movement in 1994, tasked with leading advocacy efforts for Oregon credit unions.
Credit Union Advocacy is “Trending” in Colorado
Credit unions united to make a lasting impression on legislators who even underscored that credit unions are essential financial partners to them and to their constituents.
Idaho Advocates Turn Out in Force for Credit Union Day at the Capitol
Nearly 50 legislators met with credit union advocates to learn how credit unions invest billions of dollars and thousands of hours into Idaho’s communities.
Oregon Cooperatives Collaborate to Host Legislators
Engaging the community and lawmakers, this event has become a long-standing display of the Credit Union Difference.
Top 3 Things You Need to Know GoWest Offers
Free money for talent development and more – There’s so much to gain with your GoWest membership!
Legislators Hear Wyoming Advocates Loud and Clear: Credit Unions are Essential
Credit unions’ impressive economic and community impact was shared with policymakers at Credit Union Day at the Capitol Tuesday.
What’s Important to Credit Unions in the 118th Congress? Ryan Fitzgerald Reporting from D.C.
A Special On The Go by Ryan Fitzgerald, SVP Federal Advocacy.
Meet Your State Lawmakers by Joining Credit Union Days at the Capitol
Your voice, stories, and experiences are important to share with lawmakers as they consider legislation. Join us.
New Economic Impact Report Offers Compelling Evidence of Credit Union Impact
GoWest members have a second opportunity to learn how to use the report’s findings in their own communities on Thursday, Dec. 8 at 2 p.m. PST (3 p.m. MST).
Registration for In-Person or Virtual CUNA GAC 2023 Now Open
Scheduled for Feb. 26 – March 02, 2023, in Washington, D.C. and online — learn what to expect and join The Movement by registering today.
The All-In Advocacy Fight to Stop Misguided Legislation
A battle is won, but the war against Interchange Regulation wages on.
Want to Kick Off 2023 by Making an Impact? Apply Now to Crash the GAC!
This tailored program invites credit union emerging leaders and young professionals to go to Washington D.C. and be immersed in a transformative experience.
GoWest Advocates Go Big in Summer of 2022
With the midterm elections on the horizon, GoWest credit unions fanned out to meet with elected champions, candidates, and regulators.
GoWest Fall Hike the Hill Adds Support for CU Modernization Legislation
A delegation of Young Professionals joined advocates from all six states for the successful event.
Idaho Credit Union Leader Seeks FHLB Des Moines Board Position
Credit unions in the GoWest region all win when peers serve on important industry boards or advisory councils.
GoWest Regulatory Advocacy Celebrates Win for Credit Unions
NCUA guidance eliminates prescriptive DOR requirement from exam manual.
Advocacy Training Ignites Credit Union Movement Passion
Across six GoWest states, training attendees are now ready for meetings with state and federal policymakers.
PPP Loan Leads to Sweet Relationship, Prompts Congressional Visit
During the pandemic, Landings Credit Union became a vetted SBA lender, supporting 124 small businesses — catching Arizona Representative Greg Stanton’s attention.
Credit Union Messaging Greets Thousands of Lawmakers in Denver
During the nation’s largest bipartisan gathering of state legislators, GoWest strategically launched a credit union advertising campaign throughout the city.
Credit Union Collaboration Leads to Development of Washington’s First Land Bank
How a GoWest Foundation grant, credit union collaboration, and advocacy are driving affordable housing solutions in Spokane.
Support CULAC Awareness Month to Amplify Credit Union Advocacy
CULAC helps elect credit union-friendly political candidates with an even more unified and influential voice through your new six-state association.
