Empowering the Next Generation
Mastering Money for a Brighter Future
Providing the youth of Sarajevo with the core financial skills and confidence needed to build a solid foundation for independent living and long-term success.
What is EmpowerED?
EmpowerED (Empowered Education) is a non-profit initiative started by Lamija Bilalbegović, a high school junior from Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina, to provide youth with financial literacy.
Investing
Learn to navigate global markets and harness the power of compound interest.
We empower Sarajevo's youth through these foundational topics, built directly into our core curriculum for financial independence.
Core Literacy Topics
Banking
Master essentials of security, digital payments, and building a responsible credit profile.
Shopping
Distinguish needs from wants and learn strategies to maximize your budget.
Planning
Create a personal financial roadmap to ensure your daily spending aligns with your future.
Banking Foundations
Interactive simulations where Sarajevo's youth learn to navigate banking systems, manage accounts, and build long-term savings strategies.
Smart Consumption
From price tracking to avoiding debt traps, our workshops equip young people with the critical skills needed for conscious spending.