The minimum size of the Caribbean diaspora is estimated at around 3.5 million people, or more than one-fifth of the region’s population, whose annual savings amount to over 15 per cent of the region’s GDP. The Caribbean’s diaspora pool therefore represents a potential alternative source of long-term funding. Diaspora bonds are viable instruments which enable the region to borrow from its diaspora community.
Our members should feel comfortable that their savings are safe and that they will continue to have access to them and other services provided by the society;    Fit & Proper Persons – having the right people in management and the board is critical to the success of credit unions who will drive the credit unions forward;    Training for staff, management and the board is also critical and should form part of the credit union yearly plans.