Season 2 Episode 3: First Nations Financial Wellbeing with Larisha Jerome
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Season 2 Episode 3: First Nations Financial Wellbeing with Larisha Jerome
IN THIS EPISODE
In this episode, Mel opens up about her experiences of being a financial support for her daughter, while also grappling with spending money on things that don't align with her values as she saves for a family holiday. Darlene discusses setting spending limits and giving pocket money within a budget, highlighting the importance of being mindful of their children's desires to spend and building independence.
The episode features Larisha Jerome as a guest, a proud Jarowair, Wakka Wakka, and Wulli Wulli woman. Larisha is the Manager of Women's Economic Empowerment & Business Education at First Nations Foundation, host of the Rich Blak Women Podcast, a TEDx Speaker & Keynote Speaker, and a Self-Concept & Mindset Coach.
Larisha shares her journey from a disadvantaged childhood to her current roles, emphasizing the importance of education and financial empowerment. She discusses the cultural and generational disadvantages and trauma faced by Indigenous communities, and the need to recognize and release the lack of financial control and autonomy.
Larisha also explores the different definitions of wealth in various communities and her approach to making finance fun for younger people, such as using vision boards. Her purpose is to connect with the community and be a positive part of their financial journey, taking a collaborative approach as an ally.
She discusses the differences between Indigenous and Westernized cultures in terms of community versus individual focus, and the importance of learning from different cultures and sharing stories.
Larisha will be giving a TEDx Talk in March about decolonizing Western money concepts, highlighting the ongoing journey of learning about and understanding money. Both Mel and Larisha agree on the significance of approaching money discussions genuinely, transparently, and authentically.
RESOURCES IN THIS EPISODE
Rich Blak Women Podcast: https://tomorrowmoney.co/women/rbw/
First Nations Foundation: https://firstnationsfoundation.org.au/
Larisha Jerome: https://www.linkedin.com/in/larisha-v-jerome-7aa0571b7/
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MEL PEARCE & DARLENE NEU
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