Registration Opens for the 2026 World Credit Union Conference

MADISON, Wis.—World Council of Credit Unions (WOCCU) is excited to announce the opening of registration for the 2026 World Credit Union Conference, set for July 19-22, in the world-class city of Sydney, Australia.

WOCCU will co-host WCUC 2026 with the Customer Owned Banking Association (COBA), our direct member organization in Australia, which represents more than 50 financial cooperatives with over 5.4 million members across the country.

WOCCU and COBA expect to welcome more than 2,500 credit union professionals from 60 countries down under for four days of education, networking, engagement and cooperation.

WCUC 2026 will feature three inspiring keynote speakers and 28 breakout sessions on topics including:  

• Advocacy and regulations
• Digital technology
• Artificial intelligence
• Membership growth

ICC Sydney: International Convention and Exhibition Centre, a world class facility situated on Darling Harbour, will play host to the event, and the both the city and conference offer a wide range of excellent hotels, restaurants, excursions and more to help you enjoy your stay and experience.

World Council of Credit Unions (WOCCU) is the apex association for credit unions and other global financial cooperatives. World Council promotes the sustainable development of credit unions and other financial cooperatives around the world to empower people through access to high quality and affordable financial services. World Council advocates on behalf of the global credit union system before international organizations and works with national governments to improve legislation and regulation. Its technical assistance programs introduce new tools and technologies to strengthen credit unions' financial performance and increase their outreach.

World Council has implemented 300+ technical assistance programs in 90 countries. Worldwide, 74,634 credit unions in 104 countries serve 411 million people. Learn more about World Council's impact around the world at www.woccu.org.

Contact: Kadie Hochmuth
Organization: World Council of Credit Unions
E-mail: khochmuth@woccu.org
Phone: +1 (608) 395-2071

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