Debt Awareness Week 2025 runs from the 24th to 30th March, where organisations, individuals, and communities across the country are coming together to talk about debt, provide support, and empower individuals to take control of their financial wellbeing.
What is Debt Awareness Week?
Debt Awareness Week was created to challenge the stigma surrounding debt and to encourage open conversations about financial struggles. Millions of people in the UK and beyond face the challenges of debt every day, but often struggle to reach out for help due to feeling embarrassed or not knowing where to start or who to contact. This annual campaign seeks to change that by promoting resources, tools, and support networks that can help individuals manage their finances effectively.
Why is Debt Awareness so important?
Debt can impact anyone, regardless of age, income level, or background. It’s not just a financial issue; it’s a mental and emotional one as well. Persistent debt can lead to stress, anxiety, and even depression, creating a cycle that can feel impossible to break.
By raising awareness, we can:
- Reduce the stigma surrounding debt and encourage people to seek help.
- Promote financial education to help individuals make informed decisions.
- Connect people with the right resources and support services.
How to get involved
Debt Awareness Week isn’t just for people in debt, it’s a week to help promote a supportive environment and encourage people to find the help they need to get back in control of their finances. Here are some ways you could get involved:
- Build a resource library: Learn about the resources available for debt management and share them with friends, family and colleagues.
- Share your story: If you’ve overcome debt or are working through it, consider sharing your story to encourage others and break the stigma.
- Engage on social media: Use hashtags like #DebtAwarenessWeek and #SmallStepsBigChanges to spread the word and join in with the campaign online.
Financial wellbeing tips
Taking that first step to improving your financial situation can be daunting, but if you break it down into manageable steps, it will be more achievable. Here are some helpful tips:
- Create a Budget: This will help identify areas where you can cut back and use this spare amount towards your debt. Access our free budget planner here.
- Seek professional help: There are many organisations available that can offer free, confidential debt advice for your situation such as ourselves at PayPlan.
- Avoid taking on any further credit: Whilst you’re working to pay off existing debts, try to avoid taking on new debts whenever possible.
- Mark off your milestones: Keep motivated by celebrating each milestone you’ve set; if you have a setback, you can look back on how much you’ve achieved so far.
What you can do next
If you are struggling with debts call us on 0800 072 1206. We’re open from 8am – 8pm Monday to Friday and 9am – 3pm on Saturdays.
Alternatively, you can visit our www.payplan.com/police to speak to us via live chat or for more information.
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