Juntos Avanzamos Designation Application

 

Thank you for your interest in becoming a Juntos Avanzamos Designated credit union.

Juntos Avanzamos Designation Application

By applying to become a Juntos Avanzamos designated credit union, your credit union will: 

Join a national network of committed credit unions 

• Become part of a collaborative community of credit unions dedicated to advancing financial inclusion, sharing best practices, and supporting Hispanic and immigrant communities.

Strengthen trust and visibility with your members

• Communicate to your members and community that your credit union is deeply committed to serving them through culturally relevant services and inclusive financial solutions.

Gain access to strategic partnerships and support

• Benefit from connections with national partners, resources, and initiatives that can help expand your capacity, enhance impact, and strengthen your commitment to Hispanic and immigrant communities.

Juntos Avanzamos Designation Criteria

To be considered for the Juntos Avanzamos designation, credit unions must demonstrate a strong and measurable commitment to serving Hispanic and immigrant communities through inclusive policies, culturally relevant practices, and accessible financial products.

Credit unions must meet the following requirements to qualify for the designation.

1. They must be active Inclusiv members
2. Hispanic representation is evident among board, leadership and front-line staff
3. A commitment to serving Hispanic and immigrant communities is embedded within the organization mission, strategy and demonstrated through community partnerships
4. Must show ability to provide bilingual (English/Spanish) capabilities including through member service, marketing materials, and brand visibility within the community
5. Offers accessible and affordable financial products, such as ITIN lending and flexible identification policies
6. Provides culturally relevant financial education and empowerment services

Application Process Overview

How to use Submittable: 

You will need to create a free Submittable account or sign in with Google or Facebook credentials. 

You can save a draft of your work and return later to complete the form. 

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Technical Questions?

Check out the Submitter Resource Center or contact Submittable Customer Support.

Certification Designation and Maintenance:

To obtain and maintain this designation, the credit union affirms its agreement to upload the following:

• All minimum requirements for designation, including governance and representation, inclusive and accessible accounts and lending products, bi-lingual capability, and culturally relevant financial empowerment services.
• Participate in Juntos Avanzamos and Inclusiv network activities, webinars, and collaborative initiatives. 
• Submit periodic updates, data, or reports as requested by Inclusiv to demonstrate ongoing compliance.