First Nations Foundation has received $155,000 from MetLife Foundation to continue strengthening the financial knowledge of First Nations women.
The insurer together with MetLife Foundation have extended their support by donating funds to FNF’s Indigenous women’s financial literacy initiative, Rich Blak Women, and its new program, Resilient and Ready.
The new program, designed to cater to the unique needs of Indigenous women, focuses exclusively on career development and supporting employment journeys.
The two organisations say the funding received from MetLife will enable approximately 500 First Nations women to participate in the Resilient and Ready program, which is offered across a range of online workshops, self-paced financial well-being modules and in-person events.
They note the program covers essential financial foundations such as budgeting, savings and debt management, while also providing support in setting personal and career goals.
FNF chief executive Phil Usher says it’s a great sign from MetLife to demonstrate its commitment to the financial well-being of First Nations women.
“At FNF, we’re keen to team up with those who share our passion and drive to financially empower First Nations communities…”
…everything we do at the foundation follows a culture-first approach…

Usher says a significant part of the training involves overcoming limiting beliefs and establishing healthy boundaries when it comes to money.
“Everything we do at the foundation follows a culture-first approach, which is the essence of why our programs are successful,” he says.
MetLife Australia chief executive Richard Nunn reaffirmed the insurer’s commitment to supporting FNF’s efforts to enhance the financial literacy of First Nations women.
Nunn says the company looks forward to working with FNF “…and continuing our journey of cultural learning to deliver better experiences for our First Nations customers.”
A recent report, by the University of Melbourne’s Faculty of Business and Economics, found that Indigenous-owned businesses in Australia generated $16.1 billion in revenue and provided jobs for 116,795 employees over the fiscal year 2021 to 2022.