Emily Owens has grim personal experience of adversity and financial insecurity – from sleeping in her car, feeling trapped by domestic violence, and becoming a widowed single mother at age 20 when her son was just 5 weeks old.

But she’s channelled that experience into a meaningful career focused on helping others make good financial decisions.

She shared her story of survival and finding purpose with Nadine this week to mark International Women’s Day, and to offer hope to those struggling.

If you have a question you want answered, or a financial story to share, get in touch at nadine.higgins@nzme.co.nz