Financial Literacy Month celebrated

Basseterre, St. Kitts- The theme for Financial Literacy Month 2008 “Manage Your Money… Live Your Dreams” serves to remind residents of the Eastern Caribbean Currency Union (ECCU) that they can accomplish their dreams once their money is properly managed. 

A graphical representation of this year’s theme portrays a cartoon character in the shape of a five-dollar EC note. It illustrates the endless possibilities that can be achieved once money is well managed.

During the month, a series of community activities will focus on “understanding budgets and finances”, “managing and lowering debt costs”, “surviving tough financial times” and “managing money in retirement”. 

These include radio and television discussions on money matters; daily financial tips on radio stations; Financial Exhibition and Children’s Library Hour at the Charles A. Halbert Public Library for children between the ages of 5 – 15 yrs (13 October to 18 October); visits to schools and presentations to PTAs on savings andinvestments; and meetings with church groups on personal financial management.

These activities are expected to engender healthy money management practices among our people which will in turn help them to achieve their life’s goals. Each year the Eastern Caribbean Central Bank (ECCB) collaborates with member governments, financial institutions, private sector bodies, the media and community-based groups in the realisation of the month of activities.

The decision to celebrate October as Financial Literacy Month was taken by ECCU member governments in 2002.

~~Adz:Right~~