April is Financial Literacy Month.

In this episode of the Social Work Rants Podcast, host Bas Moreno discussed ways to use tax refunds wisely, particularly for social workers and mental health professionals. He emphasized building an emergency fund with 3-6 months of living expenses in a high-yield savings account, paying down high-interest debt, obtaining life insurance, and starting retirement accounts like IRAs or 403Bs. Moreno also highlighted current economic challenges, including rising inflation and gas prices, and encouraged listeners to prioritize financial stability despite limited resources. He announced upcoming projects, including a workshop on April 21st and a presentation at the National Association of Social Work conference in Maryland in May, as well as focusing writing a new book based on intersectionality in mental health and finances.Follow the podcast on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/thesocialworkrantspodcast#financialliteracymonth #socialwork