Together we campaign on the issues that CVF members raise, seeking to address the issues and injustices that cause people to find themselves in money difficulties or prevent them from getting out of them.
Working collectively we form a stronger voice for change.
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Launch of the Community Voice Forum
Bringing together advisors and volunteers from five charities, the Community Voice Forum launches today.
Community Voice Forum launches soon!
The Community Voice Forum started as an idea voiced at a Community Money Advice Conference. That seed has now grown to create a Forum where local church and community based money advice workers and projects across the UK can share the things they want to see change, and work together to make them a reality.
The Community Voice Forum believes that...
Banks and lenders should place greater emphasis on helping customers to live within their means and repay what they have borrowed
While ultimately customers should be equipped to make responsible decisions about how they borrow money and pay it back, lenders need to recognise their role as trusted advisors to act in their customers’ best interests. The CVF calls on banks and lenders to demonstrate fair and responsible practices towards customers.Read more...
Steps are needed to help low-income and vulnerable groups improve their financial situation
Low income and vulnerable groups are particularly at risk of financial exclusion, meaning that they cannot access mainstream financial products and are reliant on expensive forms of credit and may pay more for everyday transactions such as receiving a pay cheque or paying a utility bill. They are also particularly vulnerable to over-indebtedness and poverty. The CVF promotes and seeks measures that help these groups to improve their financial situation.Read more...
All young people should be equipped to handle money and credit by the time they leave school
School-leavers face considerable pressure to borrow money to fund education, housing or lifestyle. Often they have not been sufficiently well-equipped to evaluate the complex financial choices presented to them, to plan for the future or to budget effectively. The CVF seeks to see practical money management skills taught in all UK secondary schools.Read more...