Financial Literacy Workshops
Interactive learning sessions designed to build practical money management skills through real-world scenarios and hands-on exercises
Workshop Format
Our workshops blend theoretical knowledge with practical application. Each session runs for three hours, combining mini-lectures with interactive exercises where participants work through real financial scenarios.
- Small group discussions with case studies
- Hands-on budgeting exercises using actual financial data
- Interactive investment simulation activities
- Peer-to-peer learning and experience sharing
- Take-home tools and templates for immediate use
Learning Approach
We believe in learning by doing. Instead of sitting through lengthy presentations, participants engage with financial concepts through practical exercises that mirror real-life situations they'll encounter.
- Role-playing exercises for financial decision-making
- Group problem-solving with immediate feedback
- Personal action plan development
- Skill practice sessions with guided support
- Resource building for ongoing learning
Dashiell McKinnon
Personal Finance Educator
Dashiell brings fifteen years of banking experience to our workshops, specializing in helping people understand complex financial concepts through simple, practical examples.
Zinnia Forrester
Investment Strategy Coach
With a background in financial planning, Zinnia focuses on making investment concepts accessible through interactive learning and real-world case studies.
2025 Workshop Schedule
Our workshop series runs from summer through fall, with each session building practical skills you can apply immediately
Budgeting Foundations
Learn to create and maintain a realistic budget through hands-on exercises using different budgeting methods and tools.
Investment Basics Workshop
Understand different investment options through simulation exercises and portfolio building activities designed for beginners.
Debt Management Strategies
Work through practical debt reduction strategies using real scenarios and develop personalized action plans.