Women's Financial Literacy Project

Initially launched in 2004 with the YWCA New England Regional Council, the Women's Financial Literacy ProjectTM  is an effort to advance the financial literacy of women and girls in the New England area. Plans include expansion of the program through community outreach to create financial literacy education opportunities for women and girls nationally.

The Women's Financial Literacy ProjectTM uses educational programs that stress financial responsibility and cover budgeting techniques, the importance of saving, and the appropriate use of auto loans, mortgages, and credit cards. The women and girls participating in the Women's Financial Literacy Project also learn about the effects of delinquency and bankruptcy and the importance of establishing good credit.
The Institute for Financial Literacy provides instructor training and materials, textbooks, test correction templates, and program and technical support. Partnering agencies under this project provide administrative program support and provide direct program delivery, including instructors, classroom space and testing services.

For more information about the Women’s Financial Literacy Project, please contact the Institute at 207-879-0389.