Course Details

In today’s world it is more important than ever for people to understand how to navigate and manage their personal finances so as not to find themselves unnecessarily vulnerable. A solid understanding of how money works and the financial options available in the market can open doors to opportunity and bring stability to lives of community residents. In this workshop you will learn how credit works as well as how it should be managed; and, how to flag predatory lending and other practices which take financial advantage of individuals and at risk communities. This session will also explore strategies for bringing financial education into your community and how organizing around these issues can get neighborhoods involved, build community cohesiveness and develop grassroots leadership.

Course Length: 1/2 Days

Tuition: $0.0

Course counts toward a professional certificate (PCP): No