"There are many reasons to want to lead. Some see a chance for power,
prestige, and privilege, but many look beyond that to the greatest good service to others
and to help others live up to their potentials.
To be a great leader is a demanding challenge. Great leaders can touch people's hearts and
minds.
Leadership at times involves difficulties, misunderstandings and even risk. Faith,
determination, courage, passion, and persistence will make our dreams come true IF WE HOLD
ON TOGETHER..."
"This was a life changing experience for me. Not only did I have the chance to learn some positive workplace skills, but it was also a cultural experience that opened my eyes to another way of life. We have often heard the phrase “Australia is the lucky country”, and after learning more about the Asian based Credit Unions and their day to day struggles to reshape their communities through financial inclusion and financial wellness, this saying now has a new meaning to me. I personally feel I have made some friends for life. I hope I get the opportunity to remain active in this group as I believe in the work the ACCU group is doing."
"I could say that I have strengthened my love for the cooperative. My insight in this program is improving more, aspiring more, and becoming better than yesterday. The idea of DE ethical compass has differentiated the cooperative from other institutions, and I will use this idea as my guiding post in my life and career."
"Each step in my journey as a Development Educator is a chance to create a meaningful impact. By fostering financial literacy, strengthening community bonds, and advocating for the credit union model, I embrace the power of shared learning and unity. The Development Educator program highlights collaboration as a vital tool for overcoming challenges and igniting innovation. It empowers us to become visionary leaders who uphold the values of mutuality, solidarity, and cooperative principles. I extend my sincere thanks to ACCU for enriching our leadership learning journey."
"I am grateful for being able to join the DE program. This training provides great benefits and experience for my work. Thank you to all mentors in the DE Program. You are the greatest mentors."
"I would like to say that I appreciate this opportunity given by ACCU for Mongolian Credit Cooperative to present its information and share its experiences to all cooperators in Asia."
"I would like to express my sincere gratitude for the great experience you have given us regarding cooperatives, by taking good care of us from the time we arrived in Thailand until the end of the program. I will contribute to using the experience I have gained from you for the benefit of our society and the country's cooperatives. Thank you very much again."
"This tool is handy. As young people, we should be able to plan on how to manage our finance and be financial literature."
"When I joined the Asian Credit Union Leadership (ACL) 2025 program, I didn’t expect it to be this impactful. From the moment we were accepted, the organizing team showed such dedication. Everything — from the logistics to the learning environment — was perfectly arranged. We felt truly welcomed. We exchanged models and ideas from our home countries. It made me realize that despite our differences, we all share the same goal: to strengthen credit unions and serve our communities better. I took home many ideas that could be adapted to Vietnam. This program is more than just training. It’s a platform for shared growth."
"After completing the training, I reflected on my role as a cooperative leader. I began to question whether the vision, mission, and strategies we set truly serve the goal of improving our members' quality of life. In many cases, cooperative management focuses on generating high profits, dividends, and patronage refunds. Yet, members remain in debt, trapped in a cycle of working endlessly to serve money throughout their lives. At the same time, we neglected to equip our members with essential knowledge—especially financial literacy. In fact, many of us on the board also lack sufficient understanding and have not made enough effort to learn. The chair that the instructor presented as a symbol served as a powerful reminder: in everything we do, we must always think of our members first. It was a meaningful lesson. If a leader possesses the right mindset and sound understanding, it will greatly benefit both the organization and its members. Therefore, leaders must continuously train themselves to think, speak, and act correctly."
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