Debt Doctor Leads Youth Education in Tower Hamlets with Spotlight!

Something truly magical happened this evening!

Ripon Ray, founder of Debt Talk CIC, delivered a six-week financial education course to over 20 young people at Spotlight Youth Club, Tower Hamlets. At the end of the course, they received certificates, along with pizzas and music, marking an important milestone in their journey towards becoming more financially confident and capable.

The series of sessions was designed and delivered using the knowledge, experience and insights gained from our frontline debt advice work.

Ripon Ray states:

'At Debt Talk CIC, we see first-hand the impact that financial difficulties can have on individuals, families and communities. We also believe that preventing financial hardship starts long before someone finds themselves in a crisis. That is why we want to equip young people with the knowledge, confidence and practical skills to understand money, make informed financial decisions and navigate the challenges of adult life.'

According to Ripon, the courses aim to prevent tomorrow’s financial crises by empowering the next generation today.

He emphasised that this a small beginning for Debt Talk, but hopefully will hopefully result in something much bigger. The educational programme, however, would not have been possible, if they were not funded by London Borough of Tower Hamlets and Clarion Housing Group'

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