Financial Education That Actually Makes Sense
We started arocenivora because we were tired of seeing people struggle with money management while being offered complicated theories that don't work in real life. Our approach focuses on practical skills that you can actually use, taught by people who understand the unique challenges of managing finances in Australia.
How We Built Something Different
Started with a Simple Observation
Priya noticed that her colleagues were making decent money but constantly stressed about finances. Traditional budgeting advice wasn't helping because it ignored how people actually live and spend. We decided to create resources based on real Australian households, not textbook examples.
Developed Our Core Method
After working with over 200 families, we identified patterns in what actually works. People needed systems that adapted to irregular income, unexpected expenses, and the reality of living costs in Australia. Our framework emerged from these real-world experiences.
Expanded Beyond Individual Coaching
Demand for our approach led us to create structured learning programs. We partnered with community centres and libraries to make financial education more accessible across South Australia, focusing on practical workshops rather than theoretical lectures.
Comprehensive Online Learning Platform
This year we're launching our most ambitious project yet — an interactive learning platform that adapts to different learning styles and life situations. It combines our proven methods with the flexibility people need to learn at their own pace.
What We Actually Do
Our expertise comes from years of helping real people solve real financial challenges. We don't just teach theory — we provide practical tools that work in everyday situations.
Budget Planning That Works
We teach you how to create budgets that actually stick, even when life throws curveballs. Our method accounts for irregular expenses and changing circumstances rather than assuming perfect monthly consistency.
Goal-Based Saving Strategies
Learn how to save for specific objectives without sacrificing your quality of life. We help you prioritise goals and create realistic timelines based on your actual income and expenses.
Debt Management Systems
Practical approaches to managing existing debt while preventing future financial stress. Our strategies focus on sustainable progress rather than quick fixes that don't last.
The People Behind arocenivora
We're not financial advisors selling products or services. We're educators who believe everyone deserves to understand their money without needing a finance degree.
Priya Kassenheimer
Started arocenivora after realising that most financial advice doesn't account for how real people actually live. With a background in adult education and personal experience managing finances through career changes and family growth, Priya focuses on practical strategies that adapt to life's unpredictability.
Delilah Rutkowski
Joined arocenivora in 2022 after working in community services where she saw firsthand how financial stress affects families. Delilah specialises in creating learning materials that work for different learning styles and life situations, ensuring our programs are accessible to everyone.
What Guides Our Work
Practical Over Perfect
We focus on solutions that work in real life, not theoretical ideals that fall apart when faced with actual circumstances.
Honest About Limitations
We don't promise overnight transformations or guarantee specific outcomes. Instead, we provide tools and knowledge for gradual, sustainable improvement.
Accessible Learning
Financial education shouldn't require existing knowledge or expensive resources. Our programs are designed for people starting from wherever they are now.
How We Teach Differently
Our Learning Philosophy
- Start with your current situation rather than where you "should" be
- Focus on building habits gradually instead of dramatic overhauls
- Use real Australian examples and scenarios in all our materials
- Provide multiple approaches because everyone's situation is different
- Include contingency planning for when things don't go as expected
- Emphasise understanding principles so you can adapt them yourself
Ready to Start Learning?
Our next comprehensive learning program begins in September 2025. We deliberately keep cohorts small to ensure everyone gets the attention they need. The program runs for 12 weeks with both online sessions and optional in-person workshops in Adelaide.
We're not here to sell you financial products or services. Our goal is to give you the knowledge and confidence to make your own informed decisions about money. If that sounds like something you'd find valuable, we'd love to hear from you.
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