Rapid and right-sized response is crucial in order to address the issues facing Australia during COVID-19, as the economic and emotional impact of job losses, debt, and lack of savings in many households multiplies.
Money matters and women
In 2020 International Women’s Day is so much more than a single day. The celebrations started in the weeks leading up to, and now following, the official date of 8 March. IWD acknowledges the many social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women.
Generation now: Financial wellbeing and ageing well
A unique approach to talking about money
$20 boss
Building Australia’s future entrepreneurs on just $20
Can you make significant impact with just twenty dollars? This unique program is helping Australian school students build entrepreneurial skills for just that amount.
Called $20 Boss, this nationwide, in-school entrepreneurship program focuses on the development of enterprise skills such as financial capability and problem-solving in young people. It’s committed to preparing them for their future work.
Good Shepherd Microfinance
Supporting people on benefit payments to build money know-how – it starts with a conversation.
Mary is one of many Australians who live on a Centrelink benefit. By the time she pays for basic necessities such as food, rent and household bills, Mary has little or nothing left to live on for the fortnight.