The CFPB is now accepting applications for membership on its Consumer Advisory Board and two other advisory groups, the Community Bank Advisory Council and the Credit Union Advisory Council. The purpose of these groups is to inform the CFPB of the needs of small financial institutions and to provide the bureau with information about emerging trends and practices in the consumer financial products and services industries. CDFI bank leaders and other experts in the fields of consumer protection, community development, consumer finance, fair lending and civil rights are encouraged to apply. The deadline for applications to the council is Feb. 29 at 12:00 AM.