October Is Financial
Literacy Month In The ECCU Since 2002, October
has been celebrated as Financial Literacy Month in the eight
member countries of the Eastern Caribbean Currency Union.
“Manage your money …. Live your dreams” is the theme for Financial Literacy Month October 2008.
This theme serves to remind residents of the Eastern Caribbean Currency Union (ECCU) that they can accomplish
their dreams once their money is properly managed.
A graphical representation of this year’s theme portrays a cartoon character in the shape of a five-dollar EC note.
It illustrates the endless possibilities that can be achieved once money is well managed.
During the month, a series of community activities will focus on “understanding budgets and finances”,
“managing and lowering debt costs”, “surviving tough financial times” and “managing money in retirement”.
These are expected to engender healthy money management practices among our people which will in turn help
them to achieve their life’s goals.
The Eastern Caribbean Central Bank collaborates with member governments, financial institutions, private sector
bodies, the media and community-based groups in the realisation of the month of activities.
The decision to celebrate October as Financial Literacy
Month was taken by ECCU member governments in 2002.
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