Financial Literacy: The Magic Wand for Economic Empowerment

The Tale of Financial Literacy

In the evolving tapestry of America's history few threads are as significant and as overlooked as that of financial literacy.

The Wisdom of Abraham Lincoln

As I say repeatedly in media and speeches here and around the world it is the first thing that U.S. President Abraham Lincoln pivoted to immediately after the Civil War in 1865 when he signed into law the Freedman's Bank which was 'chartered to teach freed slaves about money.'

The Power of Financial Literacy

Financial literacy is arguably the least expensive and most effective tool for community economic development in existence today.

Financial Stress Statistics

According to a recent CNBC survey seven in ten adults in the U.S. are 'very or somewhat stressed' about their personal finances.

The Impact of Credit Scores

Raise a neighborhood's average credit score by just 100 points and you'll witness a profound transformation.

The Legacy of Civil Rights

This empowering work stands on the legacy shoulders of civil rights a 20th century movement that was fought in the public streets.