Level Up Financial Literacy: More Than Financial Education – Financial Transformation

By Goalsetter

Featured Speaker: Tanya Van Court, Goalsetter

In this webinar, we discussed how building truly financially capable students builds a solid foundation for years to come, creating a future of financially responsible adults. First, we looked at the critical gaps leaving college students unprepared for real-world financial decisions. It’s important that students understand what awaits them when it comes to student loans, preparing for their first job, building credit and savings. Understanding where those gaps in financial education are, helps to address them moving forward. We also mention how the current environment poses an opportunity for credit unions to get involved with their communities where they can start engaging with K-12 and college students now using the Goalsetter platform, and in turn grow their membership.

Bridging the financial literacy gap in students first starts with understanding their beliefs about money and money management. Then, providing them with knowledge and resources and applying that education to real-world scenarios drives behavior change. Building a financial literacy ecosystem helps to retain those financial habits, while making a positive impact on families, institutions, and other community partners.

Key takeaways:

• Financial literacy is a leadership and member growth opportunity

• Turn financial education into financial activation by providing real-world opportunities to put knowledge to the test

• Goalsetter’s platform engages students and young adults and drives measurable results – making a big impact on communities

Connect with Goalsetter to learn more.