Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

At Credit Union 1, our founding philosophy of “people helping people” translates to financial services that are accessible to individuals without discrimination. Diversity, equality and inclusion are at the heart of our purpose, and we’re proud to promote these values in everything we do.

Employees of Credit Union 1 are expected to uphold these values in every interaction with credit union members as well as with their fellow employees. At their heart, these values represent our mission in Alaska: to lead change, uplift others and value people.

Goals and actions

Throughout our branch communities, from Ketchikan to Nome, Credit Union 1 is represented by diverse employees. We are each as different as the members we serve, but we are united by a common mission to lead change, uplift others and value people in everything we do. These goals could not be fulfilled without a bonded team of employees who respect and welcome one another in the workplace. We expect this standard, and we also strive to make it clear and attainable for every employee. At Credit Union 1, this means:

Promote individuality

Our differences help us relate to our members and better serve them. We encourage one another to be true to ourselves and open to the individuality of others.

Embrace diversity

We hire staff based on their ability to fulfill and excel in their diverse job duties, and employee diversity is a natural result of this process. Our communities and employees are diverse, and we celebrate what makes each of us unique, enhancing the efficacy of our organization.

Stand up for inclusion

Without inclusion, diversity is a hollow goal. Inclusiveness at Credit Union 1 is brought to life through respect and appreciation for one another and access to opportunities and resources.

Growth

Diversity and inclusion efforts at Credit Union 1 support the execution of our organization’s mission in Alaska by ensuring that our workforce is diverse and that our policies and practices support an inclusive culture. These efforts are ongoing, and as our organization grows, our commitment to diversity and inclusion will remain at the forefront of our “people helping people” priorities.