Financial Education Innovation and Impact Summit 2024

We are thrilled to announce that registration is now open for the FEI&I Summit held October 8-10 in Denver. This is your chance to dive deeper into the field of financial education. Learn from subject matter experts on exciting research and data that expands the body of knowledge on financial well-being. Connect with fellow attendees and building new networks and equipping yourself with new tools and strategies to implement into your work.

Seats are limited - take the opportunity to reserve your seat today!

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NEFE News

Respect Legislative Intent with Youth Financial Education Requirements

August 19, 2024

By Billy J. Hensley, Ph.D., President and CEO National Endowment for Financial Education

Are high schools giving students and educators the tools they need? Dive into the discussion of the importance of implementing stand-alone financial education courses in high schools to ensure students receive comprehensive and equitable financial literacy.

August 16, 2024

Passing Legislation Is Just the Beginning: A 2024 Legislative Review of K-12 Financial Education Requirements
By Emma Donahue, Policy and Advocacy Senior Manager

Our 2024 legislative review reveals key state-by-state progress and setbacks in financial literacy requirements around the United States.

August 12, 2024

New Report Explores Financial Education Curriculum Implementation Process for States

Discover the key challenges and solutions in implementing state financial education mandates with insights from a comprehensive NEFE-funded study on Nevada's approach.

August 07, 2024

The Importance of Equity in Financial Education
By Michelle Samuels-Jones, Ed.D., Senior Vice President, Equity

Discover Dr. Michelle Samuels-Jones' insights on the importance of equitable financial education and its impact on marginalized communities.

July 23, 2024

Partnership and Progress – 2024 Financial Literacy Day on Capitol Hill
By Hunter Field

Discover how advocates and policymakers are shaping the future of financial education at the 2024 Financial Literacy Day on Capitol Hill.

June 25, 2024

Continued Barriers in Accessing Financial Systems and Education
By Stephanie Cote

Uncover the obstacles Native Americans encounter in accessing financial systems and education. This insightful piece reveals the challenges and ongoing efforts to promote equity.

April 30, 2024

Financial Literacy Month 2024: A Comprehensive Focus on Financial Capability
By Billy J. Hensley, Ph.D., President and CEO National Endowment for Financial Education (NEFE)

Embark on an exploration of financial capability in 2024 with NEFE. From bipartisan proclamations to groundbreaking research, discover the latest initiatives shaping financial capability.

April 24, 2024

Acknowledging and Addressing Historical and Present-Day Financial Trauma in Indian Country

By Stephanie Cote

Dive into the impact of historical experiences on Native communities' financial well-being. Uncover solutions to break the cycle of financial trauma

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Financial Literacy Graduation Requirements by State

In 2023, West Virginia HB 3113 , Indiana SB 35, Connecticut SB 1165 , Minnesota HF 2497 , Louisiana HB 103 , Oregon SB 3, Wisconsin AB 109 and Pennsylvania SB 843 all passed through the legislature and were signed by each state’s Governor.

This brings the number of states that now have a financial literacy graduation requirement for all students to 26. For more information about developments from 2024, see NEFE’s Legislative Review Report.

NEFE Research

Supporting research in the field of financial well-being.

NEFE promotes a better understanding of personal finance by identifying and investigating the financial issues affecting people's lives. We advance effective financial education through research studies, symposia, think tanks and round table discussions.

NEFE funds rigorous, innovative and actionable research that seeks to improve the public's financial well-being and has the potential to make a profound contribution to our field.

Our research values drive this work.

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