Applications Now Open for The 2025 World Young Credit Union Professionals (WYCUP) Scholarship in Brazil (Fully Funded)

Applications are open for the fully funded 025 World Young Credit Union Professionals (WYCUP) Scholarship in Brazil. Apply below:

When is the Application Deadline:

The application deadline is January 31, 2025

Tell Me About The World Young Credit Union Professionals (WYCUP) Scholarship:

The World Young Credit Union Professionals (WYCUP) Scholarship Program is an initiative by the Worldwide Foundation for Credit Unions that connects emerging leaders under 40 to a global network of credit unions and financial cooperatives. This program recognizes individuals who demonstrate leadership and a commitment to improving lives through financial cooperatives. Scholarship recipients receive support to attend prominent global events, including the Super Summit Sicredi in Brazil and the World Credit Union Conference in Sweden, with the opportunity to engage with industry peers and participate in transformative learning experiences.

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Which Fields are Eligible?

Professionals and volunteers in credit unions and cooperative financial institutions.

Type:

Scholarship 

Who can Apply For The World Young Credit Union Professionals (WYCUP) Scholarship?

In addition, to be eligible, you must meet the following criteria:

• Applicants must be 40 years of age or younger as of January 1, 2025.
• Demonstrate leadership, passion, and a commitment to credit unions or financial cooperatives.
• Must be an employee or volunteer with a credit union or cooperative financial institution.
• Preference is given to individuals engaged with local young professional networks or actively building one.
• Must be endorsed by a member organization of the World Council of Credit Unions (WOCCU).
• Must not have previously received a WYCUP scholarship or be a current WOCCU employee.

How are Applicants Selected?

• Alignment with eligibility requirements.
• Leadership potential and demonstrated commitment to credit union goals.
• Active involvement in advancing financial inclusion and sustainability.
• Review by a panel including WOCCU staff and WYCUP alumni.

Which Countries Are Eligible?

Countries affiliated with World Council of Credit Unions (WOCCU) member organisations.

Where will the Award be Taken?

• Foz do Iguaçu, Brazil, for the Super Summit Sicredi.
• Stockholm, Sweden, for the World Credit Union Conference.

How Many Awards?

Not specified

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What is the Benefit of the World Young Credit Union Professionals (WYCUP) Scholarship?

Furthermore, the benefits include:

• Airfare, hotel accommodations, and registration fees for one event:
• Super Summit Sicredi, Brazil (April 13–18, 2025).
• World Credit Union Conference, Sweden (July 14–17, 2025).
• Access to global networking and professional development opportunities.
• Participation in WYCUP-exclusive events, including the Global Youth Summit.
• Opportunity to serve on the WYCUP Leadership Council.
• Engage in quarterly meetings and community giveback activities.

How Long Will the Award Last?

• Super Summit Sicredi: April 13–18, 2025.
• World Credit Union Conference: July 14–17, 2025.

How to Apply:

To begin your application, click this link.