The St. Vincent and the Grenadines (SVG) Co-operative League recently concluded its participation in a major regional summit, sending a 22-member delegation to the 68th Annual International Convention and 55th Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the Caribbean Confederation of Credit Unions (CCCU).
The event, held from June 19 to 24, 2026, at the Wyndham Grand Barbados, Sam Lord’s Castle Resort, brought together approximately 500 participants from across the Caribbean and beyond. Under the theme “People, Purpose, Prosperity: The Heart of Member Development,” attendees explored new opportunities for growth and addressed critical issues facing the co-operative movement.
During the opening ceremony, Mr. Cecil Charles, President of the SVG Co-operative League, urged delegates to remain committed to the core co-operative values that distinguish credit unions in the financial landscape. He highlighted the necessity of maintaining strong regional partnerships to ensure continued success.
Throughout the convention, the SVG delegation engaged in high-level discussions covering several modern challenges, including cybersecurity, technology, and institutional resilience. Participants also focused on strategies for financial inclusion and member development, with a particular emphasis on strengthening the movement through innovation and shared services.
The convention also hosted the 55th CCCU AGM, where eight representatives from the SVG Co-operative League participated in shaping the Confederation’s strategic priorities. A significant outcome for the local movement was the retention of Ms. Miriam Roache on the CCCU Board of Directors. Her continued role ensures that St. Vincent and the Grenadines remains influential in shaping regional policy and development initiatives.
The League described the convention as a vital investment in leadership that will ultimately benefit credit union members back home. The knowledge gained is expected to further bolster a sector that is already a cornerstone of the national economy.
Currently, the credit union sector in St. Vincent and the Grenadines remains a formidable force for economic empowerment, boasting total assets exceeding EC9.2million and member savings surpassing EC720 million.
The SVG Co-operative League, which has been facilitating growth and development since its incorporation in 1964, continues to view these regional collaborations as essential for the advancement of financial inclusion and community development across the islands