How Can I Help Advocate For More Financial Equality?

It's critical to advocate on behalf of all women by discussing issues and topics related to women's financial literacy. Listed below are some areas where inequalities commonly lie. Therefore, women should be able to:

To receive equal pay for equal work opportunities and conditions
To have access to higher-paying jobs without having to sacrifice raising a family
To receive adequate and affordable child and elderly care and remain in the workforce
To have access to quality flexible work schedules and paid family leave
To receive support through expanded tax credits to meet the cost of raising a family
To strengthen social security benefits for women as an added protection for retirement
To receive affordable and quality health insurance as they exit the workforce

Now you know some topics to advocate for that will affect women's financial security, freedom, and happiness. Remember to share your wealth of knowledge with others because together, we are stronger.

Exercise: Take a few deep breaths! In through your nose and out through your mouth.

Women face societal barriers, and as you work towards reducing and eliminating those challenges, it is best to remain optimistic about what you do have control over. You took the first step by working through this module, so congrats!

Next Chapter: Check Your Knowledge: Fin-Lit for Women

Check Your Knowledge: Fin-Lit for Women

All Chapters:

[Chapter 1]: What Are Some Challenges Specific To Women?

[Chapter 2]: How Do Student Loans Disproportionately Affect Women?

[Chapter 3]: What Are Some Common Financial Mistakes That Many Women Make?

[Chapter 4]: What Are Some Great Financial Strategies For Women?

[Chapter 5]: How Can I Help Advocate For More Financial Equity?