How your credit union can join the fight for financial inclusion

The fight for greater financial inclusion and stability in America has begun millions of consumers following the pandemic that has pervaded industries, neighborhoods, and families in the most fundamental ways.

According to Pew Research in March 2021, about 50 percent of all adults who are not retired claim the pandemic has made it harder for them to reach their financial goals. This percentage rises to 58 percent for lower-income individuals. About four in 10 Americans say they have had to take a pay cut, been laid off, or have lived with someone who has.

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