Student Ambassador Spotlight

Student Ambassador Q&As

Dive into the inspiring journeys of our SFEPD Student Ambassadors, as they share their personal insights and experiences in our program! Click on a student ambassador below to read their story.


SFEPD Financial Literacy Lessons Go Global


Yulianna Charris
SFEPD Student Ambassador (2018-20)
Florida Memorial University
Home: Caracas, Venezuela


Theophilus Tagoe
SFEPD Student Ambassador (2019-20)
North Carolina
Central University
Home: Accra, Ghana

Two of our Student Ambassadors taught innovative financial literacy video lessons for the U.S. Department of State. These lessons for young adults are broadcast globally through the U.S. Department of State’s Young African Leaders Initiative (YALI) Network. Over 17,000 young adults – and counting – have viewed the financial video lessons around the world. Click on “Read More” to watch the videos on “Budgeting for Your Future” and “Investing, Credit, and Debt Management.” Learn about Yulianna Charris’ and Theophilus Tagoe’s service as ambassadors and how they are sharing financial expertise with their peers.


Quarterly Talks with Ted: Homeownership & The Wealth GapRegister Now
+ +