The phrases and synonyms for the term "World Council of Credit Unions" may vary depending upon the context and region. In some cases, it may be referred to as the Global Credit Union Organization, International Credit Union Association or the Worldwide Credit Union Federation. Additionally, there are several regional credit union organizations that operate under different names like the African Confederation of Cooperative Savings and Credit Associations, Asia Confederation of Credit Unions or the European Network of Credit Unions. These organizations work towards promoting the credit union movement globally, advocating for stronger regulatory frameworks for credit unions, and facilitating collective learning and knowledge sharing among its members.