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Live Chat: Newark’s First Lady, Linda Baraka and Dr. Soaries Discuss the Program with Tamika Mallory and Mysonne

by Jonnice Slaughter - April 23, 2024 ET

Recently, Newark’s First Lady, Linda Baraka and Dr. Soaries sat down with Tamika Mallory and Mysonne to share the details about the Newark Women Moving Forward Financial Literacy program.

Posted in In the News, Newark

Boys & Girls Club of Newark Podcast: Newark’s First Lady, Linda Baraka’s Interview

by Jonnice Slaughter - April 12, 2024 ET

Recently, First Lady, Linda Baraka was the first guest on the Boys & Girls Club of Newark’s podcast, “The Great Futures Forge.”

Posted in In the News, Newark

Amsterdam News: “Newark First Lady Launches Financial Freedom Program for Women.”

by Jonnice Slaughter - March 5, 2024 ET

Detailed coverage of the program launch from the official press conference.

More on Amsterdam News >

Posted in In the News, Newark

Star Ledger | NJ.com: “Newark’s First Lady Announces Free Financial Education for City Women”

by Jonnice Slaughter - March 5, 2024 ET

Coverage from the campaign press conference.

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Posted in In the News, Newark

Newark Patch: “Free Financial Education Program Launches For Newark Women”

by Jonnice Slaughter - March 4, 2024 ET

News coverage from the campaign press conference.

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PBS: “NJ Spotlight News Newark launches a free ‘financial literacy’ program”

by Jonnice Slaughter - March 4, 2024 ET

Video coverage of Newark Mayor Ras Baraka and first lady Linda Baraka launching the new financial literacy program aimed at the women of Newark, NJ.

More on PBS.

Posted in In the News, Newark

Tap Into Newark: “Newark’s First Lady Looks to Empower Women with Financial Literacy”

by Jonnice Slaughter - March 1, 2024 ET

Coverage of the campaign press conference.

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The Newark Times: Video | City of Newark Officially Launches Newark Women Moving Forward

by Jonnice Slaughter - February 29, 2024 ET

The Newark Times coverage of the official press conference that took place on Feb. 29th, in Newark, NJ at the Krueger-Scott mansion.

Posted in In the News, Newark

The Newark Times: Video Interview | “Dr. DeForest B. Soaries Talks About dFree x Newark Women Moving Forward”

by Jonnice Slaughter - February 28, 2024 ET

Dr. DeForest B. Soaries, Jr. sat down with Tehsuan Glover of The Newark Times to talk about the partnership between dFree® and Newark Women Moving Forward, an initiative led by Linda Baraka, the city of Newark’s First Lady, to financially empower the women of Newark, NJ.

Posted in In the News, Newark
Tagged Newark Initiative

Newark Times: “Empowering Newark: dfree® Financial Movement Launches ‘Newark Women Moving Forward’ Campaign”

by Jonnice Slaughter - February 7, 2024 ET

The Newark Times highlighted Newark Women Moving Forward’s economic empowerment campaign, powered by the Dfree® Global Foundation, Inc. The story also provided background details on the dfree® Freedom Movement, including the mission, vision, core principles, and philosophy.

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Posted in In the News, Newark
Tagged Newark Initiative
  • Should I pay credit card debt that has been written off?
    November 12, 2024
    While creditors write off debt as a loss on their balance sheets, they typically don't forgive it. The debt remains yours to pay, and it will likely be sold to a collection agency, which can lead to further damage to your credit score. […]
  • Why States With No Income Tax Aren’t as Affordable as They Seem
    July 3, 2024
    If a state doesn’t charge income tax, it must find revenues elsewhere. […]
  • Once you hit this credit score ‘you’re good’—how to get even better
    June 19, 2024
    The average American credit score is 716, according to FICO. You'll need to get into the mid 750's to score the most attractive offers, credit experts say. […]
  • A new rent-versus-buy calculator
    May 14, 2024
    It is the biggest financial decision for many younger adults: Should I rent a home or buy one? The decision is especially difficult these days, with both interest rates and rents having risen in the past few years. […]
  • Some of the rules that protect wealthy savers’ bank deposits just changed. Here’s what to know
    April 9, 2024
    If you have more than $250,000 in deposits at a bank, you may want to check that all of your money is insured by the federal government. The Federal Insurance Deposit Corporation, or FDIC, implemented new requirements for deposit insurance for trust accounts starting April 1. […]
  • I’m a Financial Expert: 6 Misconceptions People Have About Their Credit Scores
    March 25, 2024
    Some aspects of money management can get confusing at times, and one area that many people struggle with is building credit. […]
  • Pay Off Your Mortgage Early or Invest?
    March 20, 2024
    Higher safe yields in 2024 upend the old rules related to mortgage paydown. […]
  • An in-depth look at “buy now, pay later” (BNPL) payment services, including Affirm, Afterpay, Klarna, Sezzle, and Zip
    March 20, 2024
    While installment payment apps are an increasingly popular way to make interest-free online purchases, consumers should read the fine print before they opt to “pay later,” as it could affect their credit scores. […]
  • Dfree® Africa Foundation Helps Thousands Of Women And Children By Supporting Health Centers In Ghana
    January 17, 2023
    On Tuesday, January 17, 2023, dfree® Africa Foundation responded to a call for help by the Abuakwa South Municipal Health Directorate to support their work in rural communities around the municipality with medical equipment. […]
  • Dfree Movement Hosts Inaugural Legacy Gala
    December 24, 2021
    This January, to kick off the season in which the nation pauses to commemorate Black history with celebration and reverence, the Dfree Global Foundation, Inc. will celebrate its 10th anniversary by hosting the first-ever Dfree Legacy Gala & Awards Ceremony. […]
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