Financial Empowerment & Resilience Network (FERN)
The Financial Empowerment & Resilience Network (FERN) is for anyone who would like to build financial skills, knowledge and confidence.
FERN activities are made up of interactive online workshops and coaching conversations where we can tailor a series of workshops for you.
These online workshops are a great introduction to the Financial Empowerment & Resilience Network (FERN) program and developing practical skills for your own financial wellbeing.
Sign-up for your first workshop
Who is eligible?
Everyone. Sessions are delivered in English and are for people who manage their own or their family’s finances.
For more information email fern@bsl.org.au
Upcoming Financial Empowerment & Resilience Network (FERN) workshop dates
- Location: Online VIC/NSW/ACT/TAS-10:00am to 11.00am, Thursday 23rd January 2025
This workshop is all about Australian superannuation schemes, how they work, what choices we have, and associated topics, such as the various types of insurance which may be included in your superannuation package.
Read event details - Location: Online VIC/NSW/ACT/TAS-2:00pm to 4:00pm, Wednesday 29th January 2025
Now more than ever, we are vulnerable to scams. This workshop explains what a scam is and how to spot one. We will discuss how to protect yourself against scams and what your rights and responsibilities are when it comes to scams. We will explore the common types of scams that we might encounter.
Read event details - Location: Online VIC/NSW/ACT/TAS-1:00pm to 2:00pm, Thursday 30th January 2025
Bank on knowing the basics! This workshop is all about choosing the right bank and accounts for you, understanding how banking products work and how to manage your finances safely online.
Read event details - Location: Online VIC/NSW/ACT/TAS-10:00am to 11:00am, Tuesday 4th February 2025
They say a goal is a dream plus a plan. This workshop is about how to create SMART financial goals and how to reach them. For financial wellbeing, it starts here.
Read event details - Location: Online VIC/NSW/ACT/TAS-3:00pm to 4.00pm, Thursday 6th February 2025
It takes more than cash coming in to build a budget – it takes building our knowledge, considering our attitudes, developing our skills and committing to habits. You will be well on your way to having your own manageable budget by the conclusion of this workshop.
Read event details - Location: Online VIC/NSW/ACT/TAS-10:00am to 11.00am, Monday 10th February 2025
Are you a saver or a spender? Both types can manage their personal finances well. This workshop covers what choices we make when making decisions about saving and spending money.
Read event details - Location: Online VIC/NSW/ACT/TAS-10:00am to 11.00am, Tuesday 11th Febaury 2025
Some people say, “never spend money you don’t have,” and many find this is impossible. How can we use credit wisely? By being well informed, which is what you’ll be when attending this workshop.
Read event details - Location: Online VIC/NSW/ACT/TAS-12:00pm am to 2:00pm, Thursday 13th February 2025
Now more than ever, we are vulnerable to scams. This workshop explains what a scam is and how to spot one. We will discuss how to protect yourself against scams and what your rights and responsibilities are when it comes to scams. We will explore the common types of scams that we might encounter.
Read event details - Location: Online VIC/NSW/ACT/TAS-1:00pm to 2:00pm, Thursday 20th February 2025
A brief introduction to Australian Consumer Law and how to find out what our consumer rights are before and after shopping for goods and services.
Read event details - Location: Online VIC/NSW/ACT/TAS-1:00pm to 2:00pm, Monday 24th February 2025
A brief introduction to Australian Consumer Law and how to find out what our consumer rights are before and after shopping for goods and services.
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