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By Palesa Hlongwane
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In the month of April, I had the privilege of facilitating six financial literacy sessions for the Mangaung community—reaching both the young and old. One session was held in an urban area, while the remaining five took place in rural communities, with a significant impact especially observed in Thaba Nchu.
The financial literacy training made a meaningful difference in several key areas:
1. Empowerment through Knowledge: Participants gained crucial financial skills, including budgeting, saving, and introducing money concepts to children, equipping them to make better financial decisions.
2. Increased Confidence: Many attendees left the sessions feeling more confident in managing their personal finances and equipped to teach these skills within their families, laying a foundation for generational financial awareness.
3. Community Engagement: The positive feedback and requests for monthly sessions reflect the community’s appreciation and eagerness to continue learning.
4. Recognition and Motivation: Receiving certificates boosted morale and validated participants efforts, encouraging them to continue their financial learning journey.
A heartfelt thank you to Avocado Vision for giving our people hope. Because of these sessions, individuals have learned how to budget, save, and spend wisely—reducing reliance on debt and fostering greater financial stability within our communities.