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What is smartstart?
smartstart is an independent non-profit organisation dedicated to improving the financial literacy levels of young Australians. Our online platform provides access to a range of education resources to help parents, educators, students and young individuals at any stage of the journey towards improved financial literacy.
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Who is this platform made for?
Smartstart is designed to benefit anyone interested in improving their financial literacy, including parents, educators, students and individuals of all ages.
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What types of resources does smartstart offer?
Smartstart offers a variety of resources, including interactive online modules covering topics such as budgeting, investing, saving and more. Additionally, our platform features informative blog posts, engaging videos and curated links to other useful external resources.
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Are smartstart resources suitable for all age groups?
Yes, our resources are designed to be accessible and engaging for individuals of all ages. Whether you’re a young adult navigating financial independence or a parents looking for resources to begin teaching your young child about money, you’ll find valuable information for your financial literacy education purposes here on smartstart.
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Can educators use smartstart's resources in the classroom?
Absolutely! Our resources are ideal for educators looking to incorporate financial literacy education into their curriculum. You can use our modules, videos, blog posts and other resources to supplement your classroom lessons in any way you please.
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Do I have to pay to access these resources?
No, the smartstart platform and all resources on it are completely free to use. We are committed to providing accessible financial literacy education for all educators, parents and young Australians.
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How often are our resources updated?
We strive to frequently update our platform with new and relevant content to ensure our users always have access to the latest information in the field of financial literacy. At the moment, new online modules are published on smartstart every week and new blog posts and links to useful external sources are added to the website regularly.
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Can I contribute to the platform?
Yes, we welcome contributions from individuals who are passionate about financial literacy education. If you have expertise in personal finance and would like to contribute content to our platform, please contact us at smartstartaust@gmail.com
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How can I stay updated with smartstart's latest news and resources?
You can stay updated to all our latest resources and additions by subscribing to our newsletter and following us on social media where we regularly share news, updates and tips on financial literacy. We are currently active on Facebook and Instagram.