Financial Literacy
Braille Financial Literacy
For years, Start The Conversation™ has been offering free financial literacy and consumer studies programs, equipping individuals with the tools to make informed decisions about their money and everyday choices.
This year, we're taking things a step further by introducing Braille education, ensuring that visually impaired individuals also have access to valuable learning opportunities. STC™ appointed a braille administrator and will be offering 10 subjects in braille to service the blind community.
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Start The Conversation™ is a committed team of individuals with a shared passion for driving financial literacy and empowerment. Our organization was founded on the belief that every person deserves access to essential financial knowledge, opportunities, and tools to improve their quality of life.
Our Vision is to empower individuals and communities with financial knowledge that enables informed decision-making, sustainable wealth-building, and long-term financial independence.
Our mission is to provide accessible and engaging financial literacy education to individuals across South Africa. STC™ aims to create awareness about personal finance, debt management, and savings strategies while encouraging interactive learning through real-life experiences and practical money management skills. By equipping people with the necessary tools to make informed financial decisions, we strive to promote economic stability and long-term growth.
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Find answers to the most commonly asked questions about our free financial and consumer training programs, how to participate, and more.
Financial literacy is the ability to understand and effectively use various financial skills, including personal finance management, budgeting, and investing.
Financial literacy is crucial in South Africa due to elevated levels of income and wealth inequality. It empowers individuals to make informed financial decisions, manage debt, and build wealth, to contributing to local economic stability and growth.
South Africans struggle with managing their finances, managing debt, and saving for the future. Limited financial knowledge often leads to poor financial decisions and perpetuates the cycle of poverty.
Improving financial literacy can be achieved through various means, such as taking online courses, attending workshops, reading financial books, and using budgeting tools.
Start The Conversation™ offers free training and reference materials to help consumers with their financial knowledge
STC™ has developed a YouTube Channel called STC™ with Izaka (@stc101) for a broader and inclusive market outreach in its training.
Financial literacy can lead to better financial decision-making, improved money management, and increased savings. It can also help individuals achieve financial independence and reduce financial stress.
