Financial inclusion

Financial inclusion

Women and private economy

Women and private economy

Women and private economy

Client

Deliverables

UX design

This thesis project explores how interaction design can support women’s financial empowerment. Using the Double Diamond methodology, the project investigates how a digital app can meet women’s private financial needs and promote long-term economic confidence. The research centers women’s voices, cultural context, and lived experiences in order to identify both systemic challenges and meaningful design opportunities.

By understanding women's goals and challenges in managing personal finances, this project aims to design accessible, supportive tools that help bridge the gap between women and financial agency—contributing not only to individual empowerment but also to more equitable and resilient households.

challenge.

Seven women aged 21–61 shared how they manage their personal finances. They saw finance as freedom—but lacked tools and confidence to budget or invest effectively. Most found investing overwhelming due to complex language and information overload.

Apps were often too frustrating, leading some to prefer simple tools like Excel. There was widespread distrust toward financial institutions and advisors. Despite challenges, the women felt proud of their financial independence and appreciated open conversations.

result.

Based on research insights, this app concept aims to support women’s financial empowerment through two core tools: a short course and a budget simulation.
To reduce information overload, new users take a quiz to assess their knowledge and receive personalized course recommendations.
Courses are designed to be simple and accessible—available in both audio and text format, with progress saved automatically.
The budget simulation uses the 50-30-20 rule to offer feedback on spending habits and help women feel more in control.
Together, these tools aim to build confidence, increase financial literacy, and support long-term economic agency for women.

Based on research insights, this app concept aims to support women’s financial empowerment through two core tools: a short course and a budget simulation.
To reduce information overload, new users take a quiz to assess their knowledge and receive personalized course recommendations.
Courses are designed to be simple and accessible—available in both audio and text format, with progress saved automatically.
The budget simulation uses the 50-30-20 rule to offer feedback on spending habits and help women feel more in control.
Together, these tools aim to build confidence, increase financial literacy, and support long-term economic agency for women.

Based on research insights, this app concept aims to support women’s financial empowerment through two core tools: a short course and a budget simulation.
To reduce information overload, new users take a quiz to assess their knowledge and receive personalized course recommendations.
Courses are designed to be simple and accessible—available in both audio and text format, with progress saved automatically.
The budget simulation uses the 50-30-20 rule to offer feedback on spending habits and help women feel more in control.
Together, these tools aim to build confidence, increase financial literacy, and support long-term economic agency for women.

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Designed with love, coffee, and a touch of magic. When I’m not crafting seamless experiences, you’ll find me lost in nature or trying to convince my dog Aiko that sticks aren’t for eating.

Let’s create something amazing together!

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say hi!

Designed with love, coffee, and a touch of magic. When I’m not crafting seamless experiences, you’ll find me lost in nature or trying to convince my dog Aiko that sticks aren’t for eating.

Let’s create something amazing together!

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