Alliances
The institutional commitments of CECA are concretized through adherence to various initiatives and collaboration with national and international bodies, as well as the obtaining of different certificates and recognitions.
List Alliances
Carolina Foundation (opens in a new window)
CECA is an institutional patron of the Carolina Foundation (FC), an institution that promotes cultural relations and cooperation in educational and scientific matters between Spain and the countries of the Ibero-American Community of Nations, as well as with others that have special historical, cultural, and geographical ties.
Center for Responsible and Sustainable Finance (FINRESP) (opens in a new window)
FINRESP is the financial center for sustainability in Spain. It was created with the mission of addressing the challenges and needs faced by the business fabric, particularly Spanish SMEs, to contribute positively to the commitments of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainability and the Sustainable Development Goals it is structured around, as well as to the mandate of the Paris Agreement.
CECA adheres to the Digital Pact for the Protection of Individuals, launched by the AEPD, an initiative that is part of the Agency's framework for social responsibility and sustainability, promoting a large agreement for coexistence in the digital realm.
European Banking Institute (EBI) (opens in a new window)
CECA is a supporting member of the European Banking Institute (EBI), an international center for banking studies where various prestigious European academic institutions collaborate to produce high-quality studies in the fields of banking regulation and supervision in Europe.
European Energy Efficiency Financing Coalition (opens in a new window)
CECA is part of the European Energy Efficiency Financing Coalition, of the Directorate-General for Energy of the European Commission, reinforcing its commitment to the energy transition and collaborative work on large international initiatives, always seeking responsible and sustainable development.
European Savings and Retail Banking Group (ESBG) (opens in a new window)
CECA is a member of the European Savings and Retail Banking Group (ESBG), representing the sector by assisting savings and retail banks from 18 European countries in strengthening their service approach to society and boosting SMEs. CECA holds the vice-presidency of ESBG.
Financial and Digital Classroom (opens in a new window)
Platform for financial and digital education aimed at improving the personal finances of all individuals.
Financial Education for Athletes (opens in a new window)
This initiative is supported by the Higher Sports Council and PROAD, as well as by the adhesion of three federations (Football, Swimming, and Athletics) and the Spanish Sports Association. Through this project, athletes are provided with the financial knowledge necessary to learn how to manage their personal finances during their active and retirement stages.
Financial Inclusion Observatory (opens in a new window)
Web space that gathers the commitments made and the solutions proposed by the banking sector to ensure access to banking services for the entire Spanish population, with special attention to rural areas and vulnerable groups.
Foundation for Research on Law and Business (opens in a new window)
CECA is part of the Business Advisory Council of FIDE, a legal-economic think tank whose mission is to be a meeting place for companies, public administration, and independent professionals.
Friends of the Prado Museum Foundation (opens in a new window)
CECA is part of the Friends of the Prado Museum Foundation, a private cultural institution with no profit motive. This sponsorship contributes to the conservation, study, and dissemination of the rich heritage housed in one of the most important museums in the world: the Prado.
Funcas Program for Stimulating Financial Education (opens in a new window)
An initiative aimed at financing projects that contribute to improving the level and quality of financial education in Spain developed by entities affiliated with CECA, either directly or through their associated foundations.
Institute for International Finance (IIF) (opens in a new window)
CECA is a member of the Institute for International Finance (IIF), a global financial association whose mission is to support the financial sector in the prudent management of risks, develop sound industry practices, and advocate for regulatory, financial, and economic policies of general interest to its members that promote global financial stability and sustainable economic growth.
Internet Day (opens in a new window)
CECA is part of the Internet Day Steering Committee, composed of nationally recognized organizations, particularly interested and involved in promoting the development and proper use of the Internet and new technologies.
National Financial Education Plan (opens in a new window)
CECA is a collaborator of the National Financial Education Plan, driven by the Bank of Spain and the National Securities Market Commission (CNMV), as well as by the General Secretariat of the Treasury and Financial Policy and the General Directorate of Insurance and Pension Funds, since its inception in 2008.
Press Association of Madrid (opens in a new window)
We contribute to the APM First Employment Program by collaborating with the most important and significant communication companies to facilitate the first job for young graduates in Information Sciences (Journalism) from any Spanish university.
Royal Elcano Institute (opens in a new window)
The mission of the Royal Elcano Institute is to contribute to the development of innovative, robust, inclusive, and informed responses to global challenges and their governance, as well as to Spain's role in the world, with special attention to our membership in the European project. This alliance reinforces our commitment to active participation in projects of common interest and international scope.
Spanish Network of the United Nations Global Compact (opens in a new window)
CECA is a member of the Spanish Network of the UN Global Compact, working to promote sustainability and the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
United Nations Environment Programme Finance Initiative (opens in a new window)
CECA supports the Principles for Responsible Banking of the United Nations Environment Programme Finance Initiative (UNEP FI).
World Savings and Retail Banking Institute (WSBI) (opens in a new window)
CECA is a member of the World Savings and Retail Banking Institute (WSBI), an international association that represents the interests of nearly 6,000 banks from 80 countries across all continents, and in which CECA holds the presidency.