Month 1: Budgeting Basics
Learn to manage personal finances and understand the importance of budgeting in daily life.
Youth Financial Upskill Program (YFUP) is designed to empower young students aged 13 to 18 by enhancing their financial literacy through engaging and age-appropriate workshops. This program aims to build foundational financial skills and prepare students for financial independence as they transition into adulthood.
Interactive Workshops: Each session is designed to be interactive, using games and simulations to reinforce learning.
Certification: Participants receive a certificate upon completion, which can enhance their academic and scholarship applications.
Learn to manage personal finances and understand the importance of budgeting in daily life.
Introduction to Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-bound goals, focusing on financial objectives.
Various techniques for saving money, including setting savings goals and understanding the benefits of starting early.
Scholarships and grants, including tips for writing effective applications.
Overview of banking services for teenagers, including checking and savings accounts, and how to use them responsibly.
Explaining how taxes work and how to read a paycheck.
Financial considerations for higher education, including budgeting for college expenses.
How to be a savvy consumer, understanding advertising, and making informed purchasing decisions.
Impact: The program has equipped over 500 young students with the skills to manage their finances effectively.
Testimonials: “YFUP helped me understand how to save and set goals for my future. I now feel more prepared to handle money wisely.” – Mia, 16, Participant.