Racial Disparities in Financial Education: Implications for America's Wealth Gap

Sunday, 2 June 2024, 21:35

The lack of financial education exacerbates racial wealth disparities in the US. Only 25 states mandate personal finance classes, with schools serving Black and brown students less likely to offer them. Laura Barrón-López sheds light on efforts by younger generations to enhance financial literacy and bridge the wealth gap.

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Racial Disparities in Financial Education

Understanding how to budget and save money is crucial for financial stability. However, not everyone receives adequate financial education, especially students in schools serving predominantly Black and brown students.

Impacts on Wealth Gap

Schools in 25 states mandate personal finance classes, leaving a significant gap in financial education nationwide.
Research by Laura Barrón-López reveals how racial disparities in financial education perpetuate the wealth gap in America.

Efforts to Improve Financial Literacy by younger generations aim to address the systemic issues that contribute to the wealth gap, representing a step towards economic equity in the US.

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