Rebecca Ujata FCCA, ACA, MSc’s Post

🔊 And so we start! We’ve just launched this LinkedIn Page, after our team kick-started the #EmotionalFinance 🇪🇺 #ErasmusPlus project part of #TheMoneyWeek in Amsterdam! Visit and follow our Page to join us on this journey of discovery, acknowledgment, understanding and action upon the importance that emotions have on the way all of us manage our money! And while you might be already formed (though reshaping is always possible) improving financial literacy among youth through better emotional intelligence, is a worthy pursuit. Because better emotional intelligence (EQ) typically translates into better intellect (IQ) and financial situation💡 So, if you are a finance professional, teacher, trainer, educator, or just a parent wanting to guide your students, young clients or kids on a good financial path, follow us. We'll share with you lots of insights, tips, tools and other resources to better understand and control the emotional drivers behind money decisions 💪💰🛍️🛒 #financialliteracy #financialliteracymatters #moneymindset #emotionalintelligence #financialeducation #healthylifestyle #genz #moneysavvy #savingmoney #spendwisely #save #debtfree #erasmusplusproject #financialfreedom #financialadvisor #financialconsulting #finance #economics #teacher #innovativeeducation

Thrilled to have completed the World Bank's Literacy Policy Academy course, focusing on designing and implementing effective education policies to ensure all children become literate. The six modules covered essential topics, from how children learn to read to scaling successful literacy interventions. This course has equipped me with deeper insights and strategies to support literacy development at every level—from the classroom to the community. Looking forward to applying these learnings in my work!  #EducationPolicy #LiteracyDevelopment #ProfessionalGrowth

The level of financial literacy and education in the US is unfortunately quite low, leaving many individuals ill-equipped to make informed financial decisions. This gap in understanding can lead to detrimental consequences such as debt accumulation, inadequate retirement planning, and susceptibility to financial scams. Addressing this issue is crucial to empowering individuals to navigate the complexities of personal finance effectively. #eldineroentuvida

🌍 Just checked out the #ETF2023Report! It's a comprehensive look at skill development trends, emphasizing lifelong learning's role in adapting to demographic and economic shifts. 📚 A crucial read for anyone in #EducationPolicy and #WorkforceDevelopment. 📚📈 #LifelongLearning #GlobalSkills https://lnkd.in/dSiz9D-i

🌟 Exciting News from the Financial Education Front! 🌟 A groundbreaking study on financial literacy education is set to take center stage at the upcoming SAM International Business Conference. This research offers a deep dive into how financial literacy is taught and understood across various educational settings, with a special focus on its impact within Hispanic communities. The study brings to light the diverse determinants of financial literacy, explores effective instructional strategies, and examines the role of demographic factors in shaping financial understanding. Its insightful recommendations advocate for comprehensive financial education reforms, curriculum enhancements, and more inclusive teaching approaches. As we look to the future, the research also highlights the need for targeted interventions, especially for students in Marketing and Business at Hispanic Serving Institutions, and calls for longitudinal studies to assess the lasting effectiveness of financial literacy programs. Stay tuned as this presentation promises to ignite conversations and inspire action towards creating a more financially literate society. Let's pave the way for financial empowerment together! Visit https://ow.ly/pnrU50QImPc for more information.💡📚 #SAMInternationalBusinessConference #FinancialLiteracy #EducationInnovation #EmpowermentThroughEducation

It is Global Money Week (GMW) and time to talk about money! It is exciting to see that 35 states in the United States now require personal finance education in school! We need to continue to push for other states to embrace financial education and to promote financial education among our youth. As I mentioned in the Council for Economic Education's Survey of the States: "Surveys after surveys, not just in the US but also around the world, show that the financial literacy of young people is very low and often inadequate to make the type of decisions that are now required from them. And the evidence we have gathered to analyze the effectiveness of financial education provides good directions. Our recent meta-analysis of financial education programs has considered more than 1,000 published studies, focusing at the end on the gold standard of rigorous evaluation: randomized controlled trials. Looking at programs in 33 countries, spanning 6 continents and more than 160,000 individuals, we have found that financial education works and works effectively. The effects of financial education are largest on financial knowledge, though we find positive effects across nearly all financial behaviors we study." Let's use GMW to push for change! We owe it to our young people, they need to protect their money, secure their future! Here is more info: https://lnkd.in/gaCRhDRS hashtag #GlobalMoneyWeek2024 #GMW202

The OECD - OCDE has just released the PISA 2022 Financial Literacy Results, shedding light on the financial knowledge of 15-year-olds across 20 countries. This crucial assessment dives deep into students' understanding of money matters, revealing key insights into financial literacy and its correlation with math and reading skills. 🔍 Key Findings: · Proficiency Gap: 18% of students in OECD countries lack basic financial literacy. · Income Correlation: Higher income countries see better financial literacy, but significant gaps remain among socio-economically disadvantaged students. · Global Performance: Non-European/US countries like Malaysia, Brazil, Costa Rica, Peru, UAE, and Saudi Arabia scored lower. · Behavioral Link: Financially literate students are more likely to save and make informed purchasing decisions. · Parental Role: Parental guidance alone is insufficient; school-based financial education is crucial. · Early Financial Engagement: Many 15-year-olds are already using financial services, especially online. At Aflatoun International, we're passionate about equipping young people with essential financial skills to navigate their futures confidently. This report underscores the critical need for dedicated financial education in schools, an area where Aflatoun has been making a significant impact through our innovative programs. 🌍 Our Ongoing Commitment: · Empowering Youth: We focus on reaching the most vulnerable, ensuring no child is left behind in acquiring these vital skills. · Curriculum Integration: Advocating for the infusion of financial education into school curricula to foster responsible financial behavior from an early age. · Global Reach: Our programs are designed to be culturally relevant and accessible, addressing the unique needs of diverse regions. For more detailed insights, check our blog post for today: https://lnkd.in/d7Bn_WY6 Join us in our mission to build a financially literate world, one child at a time. Together, we can make a difference! Become our partner and join the movement now: https://lnkd.in/dERdgP7R  #JoinTheMovement #FinancialLiteracy #PISA2022 #Education #YouthEmpowerment #Aflatoun #FinancialEducation #GlobalDevelopment

The OECD - OCDE has just released the PISA 2022 Financial Literacy Results, shedding light on the financial knowledge of 15-year-olds across 20 countries. This crucial assessment dives deep into students' understanding of money matters, revealing key insights into financial literacy and its correlation with math and reading skills. At Aflatoun International, we're passionate about equipping young people with essential financial skills to navigate their futures confidently. This report underscores the critical need for dedicated financial education in schools, an area where Aflatoun has been making a significant impact through our innovative programs. For more detailed insights, check our blog post: https://lnkd.in/d7Bn_WY6 Join us in our mission to build a financially literate world, one child at a time. Together, we can make a difference! Become our partner and join the movement now: https://lnkd.in/dERdgP7R #JoinTheMovement #FinancialLiteracy #PISA2022 #Education #YouthEmpowerment #Aflatoun #FinancialEducation #GlobalDevelopment

"The 'What I Really Want' report, along with the accompanying 'Fixing the Foundation' regional report, offers a pathway to bridge the gaps and align the priorities of EAP education policymakers and those of the international community. This alignment is vital to ensure that interventions by partners resonate with the needs and objectives of the governments they intend to support and lead to improved outcomes for students in the region. " By Noah Yarrow, through The World Bank blogs.

MFI Digital Community joins the whole World to commemorate the #InternationalDayofEducation.✨ International Day of Education is recognized on January 24th every year. This year, the sixth International Day of Education is celebrated the theme "learning for lasting peace". As the a quarter of humanity – 2 billion people – live in conflict-affected areas, this theme is particularly relevant. History of International Day of Education In December 2018, January 24th was announced by the #UnitedNations General Assembly as the International Day of Education. The adoption was meant to be a declaration of the role that education plays in peace and development. 🎯Significance of International Day of Education In tough times, children see education as the key to their safety, health, happiness and their future. Sadly, many children have fallen behind or are missing out on education altogether because of COVID-19 school closures and disruptions due to conflict and other crises. Extended time out of school has a drastic impact on children’s health, safety and future life choices. At the end of 2021, up to 1 in 5 children in some countries had dropped out of school because of rising poverty, child marriage and child labor, pressures exacerbated by the pandemic. 🎯 The MFIs Digital Community sees #children and #education as the bottomline to #Digitaltransformation and #Financialinclusion as they will be the compass in the near future. Happy célébration🎇 #MFIDigitalCommunity