Filene Research Institute

Through independent research and innovation, the Filene Research Institute explores issues vital to the future of credit unions and consumer finance.

Virtual Finance

Use Virtual Worlds to Attract and Educate Gen Y Members About Financial Literacy

Virtual Finance is an environment or “island” within the teen grid in Second Life. It can offer financial education courses in a virtual classroom situated within an interactive environment that includes games, social interface, and the opportunity for prospective members to earn virtual money redeemable for real credit union products and services.

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