Strategies for Improving Indigenous Financial Literacy in Schools

Maryann Bin-Sallik; Isabella Adams; Siva Ram Vemuri

doi:10.1017/S1326011100600844

Authors

Maryann Bin-Sallik Faculty of Indigenous Research and Education, Charles Darwin University
Isabella Adams School of Australian Indigenous Knowledge Systems, Faculty of Law, Business and Arts, Charles Darwin University
Siva Ram Vemuri School of Law & Business, Faculty of Law, Business and Arts, Charles Darwin University

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.1017/S1326011100600844

Abstract

The Indigenous Australian population is not only considerably younger than the non-Indigenous population but is also on the rise. The challenge for many is to provide the kind of education that equips young Indigenous Australians with the necessary skills for managing their money. This challenge is further compounded, as the adult Indigenous population is not well versed in money management. This paper examines some of the strategies that are needed to improve Indigenous financial literacy in schools.

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