Talk About Money!
NI Financial Education Conference
Ramada Hotel, Shaws Bridge, Belfast 23 March, 2010
On the 23 March CCEA, together with the Financial Service Authority (FSA), hosted NI’s first Financial Education conference, ‘Talk About Money’, at the Ramada Hotel, Belfast. Hosted by local actress and comedienne Nuala McKeever, and with keynote speakers from the world of Finance and Education, the ‘Talk About Money’ conference did just what it promised!
The purpose of the event was to raise the profile of money management amongst primary and secondary pupils. Almost 200 guests turned up, including primary and secondary teachers from across Northern Ireland (NI) and senior representatives from the local banks. Click on 'read more' for more details and pictures from the day.
Already CCEA’s Financial Capability team has worked with nearly 300 primary and post-primary schools across NI to lay the foundations for good financial management for the post-recession generation. One of the most pro-active schools has been North Coast Integrated College who organised a special ‘Money Week’ in their school. Year 10 pupils from the school attended the conference to showcase the handmade jewellery they designed to sell during Money Week.
To view a video of North Coast’s ‘Money Week’ click here…
Richard Hanna, Director of Education Strategy, commented:
"At the heart of CCEA’s approach to Financial Education has been the importance of working in partnership with other organisations. The FSA has been an important partner for CCEA for some time and their support has made this conference possible. It is very encouraging to see the diversity of representatives and the level of interest in developing financial awareness in children and young people".
