The earners of this badge engaged in discussions about the history of the U.S economy and finances with a focus on equity. Earners uncovered their personal, familial, and cultural beliefs, practices, and values around money. Earners engaged in a community of practice focused on collaborating with other team members to establish a community budget. Earners were able to showcase their deepened understanding about the U.S financial system, how it impacts their lives, and how it may align with their spending values to foster future investment.

Issuer:

Big Thought
https://www.bigthought.org/

Evidence: Photo

Badge Type: knowledge

Expected Duration: 2 months

Criteria

1. [required] TLW – Combine the fundamentals of finances with a racial equity and historical perspective TLW – Explore concepts such as the race and gender pay gap, wealth gap TLW – Identify the differences between income and wealth
2. [required] TLW – Discuss personal relationship with money, various types of income and how identity impacts wages in the U.S Economy TLW – Chart personal spending and saving habits for one week. TLW – Learn tips around self advocacy for money and how to be a money ally
3. [required] TLW – Review their spending habits and how they align with their values TLW – Study the impact of social justice on business practices TLW – Interrogate financial tools such as credit score, banking, financing and lending

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