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Work out your money

Empowering people to be great with money

What is ‘Work Out Your Money’?

Welcome to the Work Out Your Money project! Launched in 2014 by Citizens Advice Havant, this initiative aims to transform how our community views and interacts with money. Too often, individuals come to us only when financial issues have spiraled out of control, leading to a lot of stress.  Our goal is to change this narrative, empowering people to manage their finances more effectively before challenges arise.

We’re thrilled to be expanding this initiative to Hart, where a dedicated team of Work Out Your Money mentors and volunteers, will host engaging workshops focused on building essential money skills in our communities and schools.

Why do we need financial education?

There is an ever growing need for financial education. Research by Go Henry showed that 84% of children and teenagers would like to have more financial education in school and over 40% of primary school children are already worried about leaving school without any money skills.

In addition, a Financial Times article highlights that only 1% of UK primary school teachers think pupils have ‘adequate’ financial literacy.

These numbers reiterate what MyBnk’s research with Compare the Market showed, that 2/5 of young people leave secondary education without feeling like they have enough financial education.

Financial education is vital for fostering a financially savvy generation. By teaching young people the skills they need to manage their money wisely, we help reduce stress and build a foundation for positive mental health.

Since 2014, the Schools Financial Capability Programme has successfully reached over 8,000 students across Hampshire, earning accolades like the Quality Mark from Young Money and Young Enterprise. We believe that providing this knowledge early, we can significantly decrease the risk of debt and improve financial well being throughout our community.

How to sign up or get more information

We are proud to partner with local schools, including Yateley School and Heatherside Juniors, to bring financial education to life. If you’re interested in signing up for our workshops or would like to learn more about the Work Out Your Money project, don’t hesitate to reach out. Together, we can empower our community with the financial skills needed for a brighter future.

  • In the Community

    Work Out Your Money is dedicated to empowering the community with the skills needed to take charge of their finances. We at Citizens Advice Hart regularly assist individuals in distress who feel overwhelmed and lack control over their financial situations. Our advisors can provide personalised appointments designed to help you analyse your spending habits and identify potential savings. We can assist you in ensuring you're on the best energy and broadband deals and confirm that you're receiving all available benefits and special tariffs tailored to your needs.

  • Children and Young People

    By developing the necessary money skills to achieve financial independence, our young people will have less stress to manage, and this will contribute to overall positive mental health. Imagine a local upcoming generation who would not need the help of our traditional Citizens Advice services as they have their finances under control.
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