Rhode Island Financial Literacy Conference
Thursday, January 15, 2004
8:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Brown University- Salomon Center
Providence, Rhode Island
The Program
Financial literacy can help low income
families avoid high cost predatory business practices,
prepare for emergencies, and save for major assets including
housing, education, a car, or starting a business. Many
organizations in Rhode Island and elsewhere are expanding
programs and trying new approaches.
Goals of the Conference
- Increase understanding of the need for financial education for low-income families, youth, and immigrants.
- Increase awareness of existing local programs
- Learn about innovative approaches and best practices
- Stimulate the development of effective programs, partnerships, and more efficient use of resources.
Co-Sponsors
- Federal Reserve Bank of Boston
- Providence Asset Building Coalition
The Agenda
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| 8:00 A.M. | Continental Breakfast and Registration |
| 8:55 A.M. | Opening
Remarks: |
| 9:00 A.M. | Overview:
Financial Literacy Education for |
| 9:10 A.M. | Survey of RI Programs:
Status Report Lamin Sarr |
| 9:15 A.M. | Break |
| 10:00 A.M. | Innovative Approaches
and Best Practices Panel: Moderator: Cindy Mlyniec, LVA-Rhode Island Cathe Hutchens, Center for Women and Families  Chris Hedenberg, RI Workforce Literacy Collaborative Paul Horwitz, Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) |
| 10:10 A.M. | Lunch |
| 11:10 P.M. | Breakout Sessions: Casework Approach Workplace Education Youth Financial Literacy |
| 11:40 P.M. | Reports from Breakout Sessions |
| 11:45 P.M. | Next Steps/Evaluation |
| 1:00 P.M. | Adjourn |
