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Empowering Communities Through Financial Literacy: How Optus Bank is Making an Impact with Our Money MattersÂ
At Optus Bank, which is a member of the National Bankers Association, financial empowerment isn’t just a mission—it’s a movement rooted in Banking on Communities. That’s why they jumped at the opportunity to bring the Our Money Matters (OMM) program to life in their community.Â
Optus Bank
Jul 25
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MDIs: Building Trust to Bridge the Banking Gap
Banking is key to financial freedom. Access allows people to grow their money, establish credit, and invest in their future.
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Celebrating Kim D. Saunders During Women’s History Month
Women's History Month is an opportunity to spotlight the contributions of women who have left an indelible legacy. The theme for 2024 is...
National Bankers Association
Mar 20, 2024
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The State of America's Black-Owned BanksÂ
By Robert E. James, II President and CEO, Carver Financial Corporation Chairman, National Bankers Association A month ago, The Washington...
Patricia Neuray
Feb 27, 2024
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Growth in Black & Hispanic Wealth Still Falls Short of Closing the Racial Wealth Gap
Despite higher percentage growth in Black and Hispanic wealth, the numerical wealth gap with White families widens.
Carl Romer
Jan 26, 2024
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Martin Luther King Jr.'s Vision for Economic Empowerment
When Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. delivered his iconic "I Have a Dream" speech, his vision for a more equitable society extended beyond...
National Bankers Association
Jan 12, 2024
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The Banking Transformations That Defined 2023
National Bankers Association explores five key trends shaping the financial industry, including minority-owned and operated banks (MDIs)
National Bankers Association
Dec 14, 2023
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Why Supporting Diverse Businesses Matters
Supporting businesses owned by women and people of color is not only the right thing to do but also the smart thing. It’s an economic...
National Bankers Association Foundation
Sep 25, 2023
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How Financial Education is Key to Reducing the Racial Wealth Gap
The racial wealth gap in the United States has been a persistent issue for decades due to systemic racism and discriminatory policies....
National Bankers Association Foundation
Aug 25, 2023
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Juneteenth: Reflecting on Our Journey Towards Racial Equity
June 19th, widely recognized as Juneteenth, is both a solemn and celebratory occasion in the United States, commanding reverence as a...
National Bankers Association
Jun 16, 2023
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National Bankers Association Foundation New Name: Same Core Mission
Four in ten Black adults and three in ten Hispanic adults are unbanked or underbanked, with 22% of unbanked households stating they don't...
National Bankers Association
Apr 13, 2023
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