TAKE ACTION!

1. Get Involved — Ask your local branch whether Economic Empowerment programs are available, and if not, become a part of the solution and volunteer to help establish an Economic Empowerment program in your community
2. Make Informed Choices — Read the 2008 Economic Reciprocity Report Card and support companies that financially support the African American community
3. Support minority-owned businesses — Spend your money wisely and support minority-owned businesses
4. Educate yourself — Read the newspaper and visit the websites listed above to ensure that you are fully informed about current financial and economic issues
5. Share your knowledge — Talk to your friends and/or children about saving money and acquiring wealth
6. Speak up for children — Advocate for the inclusion of a financial literacy component in the public school curriculum