September 17 — Amy Sherman on “Creating Financially Literate Hoosiers: A Successful Urban Youth Initiative”
The current crisis in the mortgage market and on-going reports of predatory lending and increased consumer indebtedness make clear that American youth need to learn early and well how to manage finances responsibly and develop healthy “money habits.” To address this pressing need, the Sagamore Institute launched in 2007 a collaborative initiative to increase financial literacy among low-income youth in Indianapolis.
When: Wednesday, September 17, 8:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.
Where: WFYI Teleplex Community Room 1630 North Meridian Street Indianapolis, Indiana 46202
(Complimentary parking in WFYI lot, west side of building off Pierson Street)
Sagamore Institute for Policy Research cordially invites you to an Ideas in Indiana discussion. Please RSVP by Monday, September 15, to Susan Stinn (including your name, affiliation, address and phone number) at susan@sipr.org or 317-472-2053 (acceptances only).
The current crisis in the mortgage market and on-going reports of predatory lending and increased consumer indebtedness make clear that American youth need to learn early and well how to manage finances responsibly and develop healthy “money habits.” To address this pressing need, the Sagamore Institute launched in 2007 a collaborative initiative to increase financial literacy among low-income youth in Indianapolis. The Ele:Vate Indy Youth project uses an innovative, online mini-economy called Economis to help young people learn the everyday money management skills required to succeed in today’s world. It is designed to provide hands-on experience in earning and spending, banking, budgeting, and investing. Join Dr. Sherman for a presentation about this successful project and a demonstration of Economis followed by a discussion among local leaders who have implemented and supported this creative initiative.
