August 7th 2024.
As Keturah Orji, a renowned Olympian in the sport of triple jump, approaches the end of her athletic career, she has her sights set on a new venture - establishing a mentorship program. Her goal is to invest in young athletes and spread financial literacy within her community. With a background in financial planning from her time as a student-athlete at the University of Georgia, Orji is well-versed in wealth management, retirement planning, and other important financial topics. Her new program will provide guidance to both collegiate and professional athletes as they navigate the world of money management and investments. It will also assist college athletes in transitioning into their professional careers.
In an interview with Afrotech, the 28-year-old shared that her understanding of money expanded beyond simply saving, as she realized the wealth of information that she had not been exposed to before. She recalled being taught in school about the benefits of credit cards, but her mother's opposition to her opening one opened her eyes to the potential pitfalls of mindless and uncontrolled spending. Orji believes that representation is crucial, which is why she previously launched a mentorship program for eighth-grade girls called Amara's Pride. This program aims to give young girls access to successful women in fields they aspire to explore, providing them with role models to look up to and emulate.
As Orji told 11Alive in March, she believes that seeing people who look like you achieving great things is crucial in inspiring young minds. Being humble, quiet, and reserved, Orji may not fit the stereotypical image of a dominant athlete. But she believes that athletes like herself can still be fierce and successful competitors in their respective sports. Throughout her Olympic career, the New Jersey-born track and field star has made history numerous times. She is the first American woman to win six consecutive U.S. titles in the outdoor triple jump since 1974 and the first to make two successive Olympic finals in the triple jump. In the 2024 Paris Games, she finished in ninth place overall.
Orji's dedication to her sport and her community is admirable. As she approaches retirement, she is using her platform and expertise to invest in the next generation of athletes and promote financial literacy. With her new mentorship program and her previous initiatives, she is making a positive impact and paving the way for future generations to succeed.
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