{
  "id": 38434,
  "title": "Aidha launches free financial education course, in-person helpdesk to aid domestic workers in S’pore",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/02/aidha-launches-free-financial-education-course-in-person-helpdesk-to",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-08-02T10:05:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Straits Times",
    "slug": "straits-times",
    "url": "https://www.straitstimes.com/singapore/aidha-launches-free-financial-education-course-in-person-helpdesk-to-aid-domestic-workers-in-spore"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Financial Literacy ACCESS Campaign, a three-year initiative, was launched by Singaporean charity organization Aidha on its 20th anniversary on August 2nd. The campaign, aimed at improving financial literacy among migrant domestic workers and lower-income Singaporean women, will engage new stakeholders and expand Aidha's existing initiatives. Acting Manpower Minister Jasmin Lau highlighted the positive impact of Aidha's programs, with savings increasing by 46% for those who have participated since the charity's inception in 2006. The Minister also emphasized the importance of the courses Aidha offers in building knowledge and resilience for migrant domestic workers. Aidha CEO Jacqueline Loh explained that financial education can significantly change the lives of these workers by enabling them to make informed financial decisions. To support new migrant domestic workers, Aidha will launch a free half-day MoneyStart financial education course from August 2026, with plans to increase sessions to twice a month in 2027. In October, the charity will introduce an in-person helpdesk offering financial guidance to workers facing difficulties. A $1 million fundraising campaign has already received a $200,000 donation from the Jay and Marilyn Ng Foundation, and Aidha has signed a memorandum of understanding with the Association of Employment Agencies to promote financial literacy awareness.",
  "summary": "Classes will be offered monthly and the helpdesk will be open for two Sundays each month.",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}