7th ANNUAL SUMMIT
FOR THE CREDIT UNION INDUSTRY

#UIS2024

Join Us
Wed. 23 Oct
and
Thurs. 24 Oct

09:00 – 16:00
New York time
RSVP by Oct 11

What you will learn

Attend In-Person or Virtually

United Nations Headquarters

405 East 45th Street New York, NY 10017

UN Tour

Wed. 23 Oct, 16:30-17:30

Reception

Wed. 23 Oct, 18:00-20:00

United Nations Headquarters
General Assembly Building Atrium

Panel Discussions

Innovative Idea-Sharing

Research Findings

With community focus, credit unions are taking collective action against climate change* and socio-economic inequalities. Their impact has defined a movement. Join the conversation at the United in Sustainability (UIS) Summit on achieving operational efficiencies and growth, while making a positive difference in society:

LEARN  how to incorporate values-based Environmental, Social & Governance (ESG) into your strategy and reporting.

OBTAIN resources and insight on diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) programs, green products/services, and the clean energy transition

CONNECT with global experts and peers on best practices in climate risk mitigation

Whether starting or accelerating your sustainability journey, attendees will find useful information, practical application, and fresh ideas at the Summit.

Event Logistics

Entering the UN Building 

Meet us at the United Nations Visitors Entrance (46th Street and 1st Avenue), to obtain your Special Event ticket outside the building.
Please be sure to bring a valid government-issued photo ID, which will allow you to gain access.

Activities 

Complimentary Breakfast, 09:00-09:45, UN Vienna Café
Special themed tour of the UN on the Sustainable Development Goals.

Reception 

Join us for networking and celebratory fare on the eve of the
UN’s 79th Anniversary. Complimentary event.

Where to Stay

Fitzpatrick Grand Central

141 E 44th St, New York, NY 10017
Booking Link:  United Nations Federal Credit Union Group October 2024

Hotel Call Center: Guests can also make reservations through our call center, Monday to Friday from 09:00 AM to 05:00 PM EST, at 212-784-2520. Please mention the group code  7397674.

Book by 17 September 2024 to receive the UIS Summit event rate.

Westgate New York Grand Central

304 East 42nd Street, New York, New York, United States, 10017
Booking Link:  https://resort.to/UNFC-2024

Book by 22 September 2024 to receive the UIS Summit event rate.

Sponsorship Opportunities

Interested in becoing an event sponor?

Check out previous United in Sustainability Summits

The annual United in Sustainability (UIS) Summit was established in 2018. It serves as a platform for credit unions and industry thought leaders to share information, tools and resources related to sustainability, diversity and corporate social responsibility.

2023 UIS Summit

The 6th Annual UIS Credit Union Summit was held on Monday 30 November 2023 at the Organization of American States (OAS) Main Building in Washington, DC. Learn how to start or advance your credit union’s sustainability journey and how to combat climate change and socio-economic disparity.

2022 UIS Summit

The 5th Annual UIS Credit Union Summit was held on Monday 14 November 2022 at the United Nations Headquarters in New York City. Learn how to start or advance your credit union’s sustainability journey and how to combat climate change and socio-economic disparity.

2021 UIS Summit

The 4th annual summit with topics including Impact Investing for Economic and Social Good, Updates from COP26, Bringing New Green Products and Services to Market and Beyond Diversity – the Impact of Business Resources Groups on Staff Development and Employee Retention, and more!

Spread the word. Join the movement!

Have questions? Contact  info@uisnetwork.org

United in Sustainability is committed to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.

PROGRAM AGENDA

Summit Day One – 23 October

9:00 ET

Breakfast and networking

10:00 ET

Welcome remarks – In conversation with UNFCU leadership

10:15 ET

Setting the stage – Why sustainability is in credit unions’ DNA; from Business Resource Groups and CSR Champions to Foundations and more

10:30 ET

Presentation – State of the planet: from meeting reductions goals to how digital payments contribute to climate change adaptation

11:00 ET

Keynote – United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) at their Midpoint: credit unions as catalysts for positive change

11:45 ET

Fireside chat – The Importance of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging: challenges and credit union opportunities

12:15 ET

Networking break

12:30 ET

Spotlight – Community Development in the Critical Climate Decade

13:00 ET

Lunch and networking at the West Terrace, UN HQ

14:30 ET

Breakout sessions

Beginner track – Making the business case for sustainability from the member perspective

Advanced track – Communicating your impact to members and community: a toolkit on accountability and transparency

15:15 ET

Breakout sessions

Beginner workshop – Charting your Green Member Experience; learn how to pinpoint key environmental priorities, conduct a materiality assessment and avoid greenwashing.

Advanced workshop – Implementing your sustainability strategy; how to effectively measure portfolio emissions and set targets

16:30 ET

UN Tour “SDGs in Action”

18:00 – 20:00 ET

Reception – UN HQ, Northeast Atrium, General Assembly Building

Summit Day Two – 24 October – Marking UN Day at the United Nations

9:00 ET

Breakfast and networking

10:00 ET

Panel discussion spotlight – Financing a Resilient Future: Navigating the Clean Energy Transition

11:00 ET

Case study presentation – Financial Inclusion: an update on social innovation solutions tackling racial disparity and refugee communities

12:15 ET

Breakout session: Engaging your Supply Chain on diversity and other sustainability wins

Breakout session: Creating Shared Value through Climate Action: Equipping Credit Unions with a Starter Pack: international credit unions share best practices

13:00 ET

Lunch and networking at the Vienna Café, UN HQ

14:30 ET

Panel of Experts – Latest trends and developments in climate risk mitigation, adaptation, insurance, and social impact

15:30 ET

Activity – Leveraging 2025 the International Year of Cooperatives

15:45 ET

Recap – Summary of event highlights and your next steps!

16:00 ET

Summit concludes