BRIEF BIOGRAPHY The Caribbean Confederation of Credit Unions (CCCU) commends the Worldwide Foundation for Credit Unions for its dedication to improving the lives of credit union members and organizations throughout the Caribbean. As the charitable arm of the World Council of Credit Unions (WOCCU), the Foundation has stepped up during times of crisis to provide…
BRIEF BIOGRAPHY The Caribbean Confederation of Credit Unions (CCCU) recognizes and appreciates the invaluable support of the Nevis Co-operative Credit Union (NCCU) in advancing our mission to establish the CCCU headquarters in Basseterre, St. Kitts. The dream to set up a headquarters for the CCCU, became a reality with the assistance of NCCU which helped…
BRIEF BIOGRAPHY The Caribbean Confederation of Credit Unions(CCCU) pays tribute to the Jamaica Co-operative credit Union League (JCCUL) for the part it played in the founding of the CCCU. JCCUL’s contributions have made a lasting impact, and CCCU is truly grateful for the trust that has been invested in the partnership between the institutions. It…
BRIEF BIOGRAPHY The Caribbean Confederation of Credit Unions (CCCU) extends its heartfelt gratitude for the partnership with CUNA (Caribbean) Insurance Society. Since CCCU’S inception in 1972, when CUNA Mutual Insurance Society generously provided annual grant funding of $10,000 for three years, this relationship has matured significantly and has been essential to CCCU’s achievements. We greatly…
BRIEF BIOGRAPHY The Caribbean Confederation of Credit Unions (CCCU) pays homage to Yvonne Ridguard Harris, the first female President of the CCCU, whose leadership left a lasting impact on the organization. Elected President in 2009, she later served as a director on the World Council of Credit Unions (WOCCU) Board. During her tenure, Yvonne, who…
BRIEF BIOGRAPHY The Caribbean Confederation of Credit Unions (CCCU) recognizes and celebrates the valuable contributions of the late Reverend James Oswald Thorbourne, affectionately known as “Ossie” Thorbourne, to the CCCU. He served as CCCU President from 1983 until his retirement in 1986, also representing the Confederation as a director at the World Council of Credit…
BRIEF BIOGRAPHY The Caribbean Confederation of Credit Unions (CCCU) extends its heartfelt gratitude to Melvin Edwards for his outstanding service and the inspiration his legacy provides the CCCU. A former President of the CCCU from 1995 to 1999, Melvin was the first Caribbean representative to become Chairman of the World Council of Credit Unions (WOCCU).…
BRIEF BIOGRAPHY The Caribbean Confederation of Credit Unions (CCCU) honours the late Lorrel B. Bruce, a Jamaican, for his significant contributions to the founding, growth and development of the regional body for credit union leagues. As a dedicated volunteer, Bruce’s name was synonymous with the Caribbean Credit Union Movement from 1956 to 1980. He began…
BRIEF BIOGRAPHY The Caribbean Confederation of Credit Unions (CCCU) honours the late Everard Dean for his significant contributions and dedication to the CCCU. From 1985 to 1991, Mr. Dean served as Treasurer, Vice President, and President of the Board, leaving a lasting impact on the CCCU. In recognition of his exemplary service, the CCCU established…
BRIEF BIOGRAPHY The Caribbean Confederation of Credit Unions (CCCU) express its heartfelt gratitude to Edward “Ned” Pitts for his contributions to the CCCU. Edward Pitts, a Belizean, was actively involved in the establishment of the Caribbean Confederation of Credit Unions (CCCU), in 1972, and played a pivotal role in its development and growth. He first…
