Black River Falls, Wisconsin – Family Friendly Workplaces (FFW) recently announced that Co-op Credit Union has earned gold-level certification as a Family Friendly Workplace. This prestigious certification highlights Co-op Credit Union's commitment to creating a workplace that supports and values the needs of its employees and their families.

"We are honored to be recognized as a gold-level Family Friendly Workplace," said Michele Steien, Chief Talent Officer at Co-op Credit Union. "Our goal is to foster an environment where our employees can thrive both at work and in their personal lives. This certification is a testament to our dedication to supporting our team and their families."

To achieve this certification, Co-op Credit Union underwent a detailed evaluation of its human resources policies and practices. The review focused on several key areas, including healthcare benefits, leave policies, flexible work arrangements, childcare support, and more. With this certification, Co-op Credit Union is now authorized to use the Family Friendly Workplaces logo in its marketing materials and will have access to a variety of valuable resources to further enhance its family-friendly policies.

"Co-op Credit Union's commitment to creating a supportive work environment is commendable," said Neil Kline, Executive Director of Family Friendly Workplaces. "We are thrilled to welcome them into our community of certified organizations. Their dedication to fostering a family-friendly workplace sets a strong example for others in Jackson County and beyond."

Co-op Credit Union becomes the latest employer in Jackson County to be certified under the affiliation between FFW and the Jackson County Child Care Network (JCCCN). As part of this affiliation, Co-op Credit Union is directing an annual conduit contribution to JCCCN to support their work addressing Jackson County’s child care shortage.

As Co-op Credit Union and other employers in western Wisconsin face ongoing workforce challenges, the Family Friendly Workplaces Certification Program provides a strategic framework to attract and retain top talent. By prioritizing the needs of employees and their families, organizations can build stronger, more resilient workforces.

For more information about Family Friendly Workplaces and its certification program, please visit www.familyfriendlyworkplaces.org.