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NATIONAL DEBT HELPLINE
1800 007 007
ABOUT FCAN
The peak body for Financial Counsellors in NSW
The Financial Counsellors’ Association of NSW Inc (FCAN) is the peak membership body that represents and supports Financial Counsellors in NSW.
FCAN was established in 1980, as the Institute of Financial Counselling. For over 40 years FCAN has been providing services to members, including accreditation, training programs, professional development, professional supervision, advocacy and representation.
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About
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Financial Counselling
All you need to know about financial counselling and how it can help you.
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National Debt Helpline 1800 007 007
If you find yourself in financial difficulty and are unsure about your options or what to do, talk to someone who can help. Call or online chat function available on ndh.org.au
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Sharkwatch
The Financial Counselling Journal. Get the latest information, news and advice relevant to the sector.
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FCAN Conference
Each year we run an industry conference usually in September alternating in metro and regional locations.
ABOUT Financial Counsellors
Financial counsellors advocate and support people experiencing financial difficulty. Services are inclusive, non-judgmental and responsive to your needs.
Empowering First Nations
This artwork was produced by the FCAN First Nations Yarning Circle in 2024 and symbolises the connection that Financial Counsellors have with First Nations people across NSW.
The artwork depicts the journey of financial counselling that develops unity and connection with others and assist in building stronger communities through learning and working together. It connects us to people, land, water and sea and acknowledges how the land is important to sustain us with food and education. Financial Counsellors build on this cultural knowledge with First Nations communities to assist them with their relationship with money.
Financial counselling is available to anyone who is struggling with their bills and cost of living pressures and is available to First Nations Peoples. Our First Nations Financial Counsellors and Financial Capability Workers can assist you with your debts and money worries and support your financial wellbeing. They are located throughout NSW.
To find out where they are and to make an appointment for free, confidential financial counselling, please ring the National Debt Hotline on 1800 007 007 or you can also contact Mob Strong Debt Help on 1800 808 488.
Financial Counsellors
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About Financial Counselling
It's FREE, professional and independent. People from all walks of life can find themselves in financial stress. Find out more about how a financial counsellor can help you!
National Debt Helpline
Call 1800 007 007
Call 1800 007 007
Call the National Debt Helpline on 1800 007 007 to speak to a financial counsellor or chat online with a financial counsellor on the National Debt Helpline website ndh.org.au.
Mob Strong Debt Help
Call 1800 808 488
Call 1800 808 488
A free nationwide legal advice and financial counselling service for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
Get information about things like Money Problems, Debt or Insurance & Super.
Mob Strong Debt Help (financialrights.org.au)
Small Business Debt Helpline
Call 1800 413 828
Call 1800 413 828
Free financial counselling for small business owners experiencing financial problems. Call the free financial counselling Small Business Debt Helpline 1800 413 828 or contact a financial counselling service in your area. Find a financial counsellor.
Find a Financial Counsellor
Looking for a financial counsellor? Find a financial counsellor on this link.
Or you can find helpful information and resources about managing the cost of living and financial problems on the ASIC Moneysmart website.