Financial Literacy and Empowerment in Edmonton with Ashley Tillenius
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About the Episode
In this episode of United Way’s Do Local Good podcast, hosts Vasu Aggarwal and Shawn Singh shine a spotlight on the critical role of financial literacy in building resilient communities. They are joined by Ashley Tillenius, an Operations Manager at TD, and a dedicated volunteer with United Way’s Each One, Teach One initiative.
Together, they explore how financial literacy workshops empower individuals with the tools to achieve stability and resilience. The conversation covers budgeting basics, debunks financial myths, and provides actionable advice to help listeners take charge of their finances. Ashley also shares her inspiring story of giving back and highlights the transformative impact of financial literacy programs on Edmonton’s diverse communities.
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Learn 5 essential financial facts that can help you take control of your money, from building savings to understanding debt and creating a budget that works for you.
Learn MoreSpecial Acknowledgments
A special thank-you to hosts Vasu Aggarwal and Sean Singh for guiding this insightful conversation and to Ashley Tillenius for sharing her expertise and dedication to empowering others through financial education.
We also extend our gratitude to Each One, Teach One facilitators, Edmonton Public Libraries, and community organizations for creating accessible spaces for financial learning. Additionally, a heartfelt thanks to the Financial Pathways Collaborative for supporting economic empowerment in the Alberta Capital Region.
Lastly, we express our gratitude to our listeners for joining us on this journey to explore the importance of financial literacy.
