Financial Literacy

​Financial literacy strengthens economic security and independence for women. 

Wisconsin Resources:

  • Department of Financial Institutions:  Money Smart Week-It is the highlight of April's National Financial Literacy Awareness Month, a collaborative effort by state and federal agencies and private-sector groups working to raise awareness about the importance of financial literacy."
  • UW Extension Financial Education: free courses:
    • “Encouraging Financial Conversations" – training for frontline staff
    • “Money Matters" – online personal finance course
    • “Rent Smart" – housing stability course
    • “Money as You Grow" – teaching kids about finances through books
    • “Planning AHEAD" – end-of-life financial planning