The Tween Guides

Franc.World is committed to educating our tweens and empowering the next generation of Australian women. Each month, our team of writers will focus on a topic of interest, from mental health and psychology to nutrition and exercise. 

Designed to prompt further discussion with our girls and based on factual research, opportunities are available to sponsor Franc.World articles as well as for guest contributors and written submissions. 

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PART SIX: Financial Literacy

Growing up, moving out, trading up, settling down. Every move into adulthood requires money and yet the financial literacy of Australian young people is declining. Indeed, in the OECD’s 2018 Program for financial literacy assessment, data shows that the performance of Australian students has continued to fall since 2012. Years ago, investments for a child’s future typically consisted of savings accounts and savings bonds. However, times have changed and so have investment opportunities for tweens.

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