Elements of Equity: An Engineer's Formula for a Financially Fairer Society

In this episode of Chasing Financial Equality, host Kane Jackson delves deep into the story of Lacey Filipich, Head of Financial Wellness at Maslow and renowned financial educator.

Content note: this episode includes a brief discussion of suicide and the mental health conditions that contribute to suicidal ideation.  Join us as Lacey shares her extraordinary journey from a chemical engineer in the Australian mining industry to becoming a leading advocate for financial education and systemic change. Through candid conversation, Lacey reveals the pivotal moments that reshaped her life's path, including her battle with severe illness and the tragic loss of her sister. Discover how Lacey's transformative experiences fuelled her mission to improve financial capability and challenge the status quo within the finance industry. Learn about her innovative work establishing the FinCAP Co-op, aimed at creating a unified community for financial educators and driving collaborative solutions to financial inequality. This episode is not just about financial literacy; it’s about questioning the systems that perpetuate inequality and envisioning a future where financial health is accessible to all. Tune in for an inspiring conversation that underscores the critical intersection of personal finance, social policy, and systemic reform. Share your thoughts on social media, rate and review the show on your favourite podcast platform, and help us on our journey to combat financial inequality, one of humanity's greatest challenges.