Talk Money Week

Talk Money Week is a UK-based annual campaign that takes place in the first full week of November. It invites people of all ages to converse openly about their finances—from budgeting and saving, to pensions and debt—because speaking about money matters is often the first step to financial well-being.

History of Talk Money Week

The initiative is led by the Money & Pensions Service (MaPS) and other UK-based financial well-being groups. It was created in response to findings that many people avoid discussing money, yet those who do talk about it tend to make better decisions and feel more in control. Over the years it has grown to include schools, workplaces, community organizations, and financial institutions, each helping to break down stigma and encourage practical steps.

Why is Talk Money Week important?

Money impacts nearly every area of life—relationships, health, career, and security—and yet talking openly about it can be difficult. Talk Money Week helps normalize those conversations, which in turn supports better decision-making, less stress,, and stronger financial resilience.
By mobilizing organizations across sectors, the week also makes financial literacy accessible—not just for those already comfortable with money matters but for people who may feel uncertain or excluded. This inclusive approach helps build more equitable financial well-being.

• It signals that talking about money isn’t embarrassing but useful.
• It provides a prompt for individuals to review their financial habits.
• It gives workplaces and schools a framework to introduce financial education.
• It highlights the link between financial well-being and broader life outcomes.
• It encourages collaboration between public, private, and voluntary sectors on money issues.

How to Celebrate Talk Money Week

Participating in Talk Money Week can be practical and also meaningful. If you are an individual, you might pick a time this week to sit down with a friend, family-member or colleague and genuinely ask: “How are you doing with money?” or “What’s one money question I’ve been putting off?” This kind of open conversation is exactly what the campaign promotes.
If you’re part of an organization—such as a school, employer, or community group—you could host a workshop, share resources, run an event, or integrate simple prompts (e.g., “Let’s chat money for 10 minutes”) into your environment. Participation packs and toolkits are available to support this.

• Choose one conversation starter about money and use it this week.
• Organize a group session (in class, team meeting, or social setting) to talk about budgeting or saving.
• Share money-well-being resources on your social media with #TalkMoney and #StartTheConversation.
• Review one financial habit you could improve (e.g., tracking spending or starting a savings plan).
• If you’re an organization, download the participation pack and set a small “money chat” goal for the week.