March is Women's History Month, a time to celebrate the trailblazing women who have challenged societal norms—including those surrounding money, a historically taboo topic for women. At some point, we’ve all felt the creeping anxiety of discussing finances, with the lingering stigma that has unfairly burdened generations of women with the notion that they are bad with money. Let this month be the time to break free from that fear and grow your financial knowledge! It doesn’t have to be overwhelming or complicated—just take the first step. Explore these books and resources made for women by women to start your journey toward financial empowerment!
Free Financial Literacy Resources for Women
Savvy Ladies
Savvy Ladies is a nonprofit organization that focuses on financial education for women. Notably, they offer a free financial hotline to answer all of your financial questions. They also offer virtual programs, worksheets, articles, and more!
Women's Money Matters
Women’s Money Matters programs are free and last about 3-4 months. They provide mentoring, a small group atmosphere, and workshops. The programs include aspects like financial workshops with your financial coach and one-on-one sessions to work on your specific goals.
Mayor's Office of Women's Advancement - City of Boston
The Mayor's Office of Women's Advancement is committed to breaking barriers for and with women. They offer events, opportunities, and resources to women not only in the financial literacy sphere but also education on a wide variety of topics and entrepreneurial development.
AAUW (American Association of University Women)
Supporting women with education and advocacy, AAUW highlights women in the workplace and all women with financial literacy. Their Money Smart Initiative includes webinars on topics from the foundation of budgeting to social security.
Books at the Boston Public Library
Happy Women's History Month! March is a great time to read something that is written by women who know what they're doing, and want to share their insights with you! From personal finance plans to historical accounts of women and money, this list will have something you can bank on!
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