Description
Description
The first and only comprehensive resource designed to empower everyday people with insider knowledge on moving money for a more equitable economy. It's possible to make a real difference with your money when you learn strategies of economic resistance, power-building, and impact investing. The Financial Activist Playbook is an entry-level guide to financial activism for the everyday person who wants to make the world a better place. We are experiencing a moment in which the lasting economic effects of the global pandemic, absurdly expanding wealth inequality, and market turmoil are increasingly relevant. This book outlines immediate actions that everyday people can take to leverage their own money, and money that they have the power to influence, in line with racial justice. Designed to be the go-to resource on how to leverage money for social change and transformation by utilizing insider knowledge distilled to make financial language and strategies accessible for all.
About the Author
About the Author
Jasmine Rashid, who is a young woman of color, has served for five years as director of impact for the Candide Group, which is a leading investment advisor group that "works with families, foundations, and other investors who believe that finance can serve as a tool of empowerment rather than a weapon of extraction." Previously, Jasmine served as a national organizer with the #FamiliesBelongTogether Coalition, constructed a comprehensive financial activist campaign strategy for the national nonprofit Hip Hop Caucus, and organized the largest non-violent protest in support of racial justice in the history of Farmingdale, NY. Jasmine is also a fellow of The Just Economy Institute.
Critical Reviews
Critical Reviews
"This work is the rallying call for everyday people to take charge of their financial destinies through activism. Rashid's inspiring strategies lay out a clear road map to reclaim wealth and contribute to collective well-being."
--Adriana Abizadeh, Executive Director, Kensington Corridor Trust "If you're interested in learning to move people and money to improve your life and the world around you, you need to read this book."
--Deb Nelson, founder and Executive Director, Just Economy Institute "What does it look like to live in an economy that values the wealth of our experiences, our solutions, our dreams, and our leadership? I am so grateful for this book, which gives us inspiring examples and practical wisdom so we can transform capitalism and liberate true wealth."
--Bia Vieira, CEO, Women's Foundation California
--Adriana Abizadeh, Executive Director, Kensington Corridor Trust "If you're interested in learning to move people and money to improve your life and the world around you, you need to read this book."
--Deb Nelson, founder and Executive Director, Just Economy Institute "What does it look like to live in an economy that values the wealth of our experiences, our solutions, our dreams, and our leadership? I am so grateful for this book, which gives us inspiring examples and practical wisdom so we can transform capitalism and liberate true wealth."
--Bia Vieira, CEO, Women's Foundation California
Publishing Information
Publishing Information
Publisher:
Berrett-Koehler Publishers
Pub date:
2024-09-10
Length:
288 pages
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