United for Financial Literacy Advocacy Committee:
Join Us in Nurturing Economic Empowerment through Financial Education Across the United States
The mission of the United for Financial Literacy℠ Advocacy Initiatives is to promote higher financial literacy standards in schools, encourage parental involvement in their children’s financial education, and support communities with financial education programming.
Our Advocacy Committee Members form the backbone of United for Financial Literacy℠, driving our mission forward with their unwavering dedication and passion. These members are diverse professionals, educators, and community leaders who bring a wealth of experience and insight to our initiatives.
The NFEC provides financial education advocates the resources and guidance that help move financial literacy policy forward and advance financial education in communities across the country.
Addressing the Most Pressing Issue Facing Americans Today
Most Americans (over 54%) are financially stressed, with 65% citing economic factors as their biggest concern. Nearly 60% are anxious about covering essential expenses like rent, mortgage, and utilities, while 37% would struggle to handle an unexpected $400 expense. High debt levels, including student loans and credit card debt, further compound this stress. Persistently rising living costs and inflation make it increasingly difficult for many to achieve financial stability.
How the NFEC and Our Advocacy Committee Members are Addressing These Challenges
NFEC Advocacy Committee members tackle these financial challenges head-on by promoting financial literacy and advocating for policies that address the root causes of financial stress. Their efforts are crucial to empower individuals to make informed financial decisions and secure their financial futures.
Pillar 1) Schools & Legislation: Promote Higher Financial Education Standards
Most kids receive no financial education. Those states that do require financial literacy all fail to meet minimum education standards and no child graduates with the skills they need to make qualified financial decisions.
Pillar 2) Parents: Encouraging Parental Involvement in Financial Education
It will take decades to advance financial education standards in schools. Getting parents involved in their children’s financial education will be critical during this period to ensure that they raise financially savvy kids.
Pillar 3) Youth: Mobilizing Youth to Advance Financial Education in Schools
Students are valuable assets for promoting financial literacy in schools, and this campaign mobilizes them to become advocates. At the same time, it provides educational resources and encourages personal responsibility to learn about money.
Complimentary Resources for Advocacy Committee Members
By joining the Advocacy Committee, you receive training, resources, and tools to help you effectively promote financial literacy in your community. Committee members have access to these resources:
Stakeholder Communications
Emails and letters for politicians, school administrators, parents, and youth ambassadors.
Monthly Advocacy Promotions
Each month, the NFEC provides you with a variety of events and promotions in which you can participate.
Social Media Posts
Images, videos, and social media post copy that you can share with your connections.
Advocacy Training
Webinars, videos, and guides that train you on key advocacy initiatives and help get the message across.
Policy Briefs & Whitepapers
Documents that summarize key financial literacy issues, legislative proposals, and policy recommendations.
Networking Opportunities
Access to virtual meetups where committee members can connect, share experiences, and collaborate on joint initiatives.
Register Now and Help Us Advance the Financial Education Movement
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