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Policy and Advocacy

NEFE provides guidance on financial education policy at the state and federal levels using an effectiveness lens centered on research and historical data. We do this by driving the conversation, convening thought leaders and amplifying research.

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Stay up-to-date with the latest developments in K-12 financial education legislation across all 50 state legislatures, D.C. and U.S. Congress with NEFE’s 2024 interactive policy map.

Driving the Conversation on Financial Education Policy

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2024 Legislative Review of K-12 Financial Education Requirements

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Existing K-12 Financial Education Requirements

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Benefits of High School Financial Education Requirements

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Focus on FinEd: The Policy Convenings Podcast

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Understanding Racial Trauma’s Impact on Financial Literacy

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Respect Legislative Intent with Youth Financial Education Requirements

Convening thought leaders on important issues

The event returned to Capitol Hill for the second time since 2019, and brought together a diverse group of advocates, educators and policymakers to champion financial education and celebrate efforts.

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Partnership and Progress – 2024 Financial Literacy Day on Capitol Hill

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Financial Literacy Month 2024: A Comprehensive Focus on Financial Capability

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Building Identity Conscious Approaches to Financial Education

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Passing K-12 Financial Education Requirement Legislation

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Funding K-12 Financial Education Requirements

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Evaluating K-12 Financial Education Requirements

Amplifying Research-Backed Efficacy and Elevating Personal Stories

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Infographics on Financial Education's Effectiveness

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Elevating Stories of Financial Education’s Impact

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Financial Education Works

Collaborating with Advocates and Government Decision-Making Entities

NOTE: We are a non-lobbying organization and follow private operating foundation parameters when providing testimony. If you would like us to offer testimony on specific legislation, please reach out to [email protected] for guidance on the appropriate procedures.

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