The economic security of women extends far beyond minimum wage and equal pay. It encompasses an array of issues including financial literacy, asset development, fraud protection, and resource accessibility.

YWCA Financial Empowerment helps families learn to manage their finances and attain assets. A significant focus is placed on providing individualized supports to build on client strengths, encourage personal goal development, and maximize self-sufficiency.

In 2006-2007, YWCA Financial Empowerment served 715 individuals. Ninety percent of the program's participants were female, and 86 percent were minorities. Nearly all YWCA Financial Empowerment workshop graduates increase their savings or reduce their debt after graduation.

YWCA Financial Empowerment is made possible through the generous donations of Citi, Wachovia, Chase, Town North Bank, Bank of Texas and the United Way of Metropolitan Dallas.