There's been a lot of discussion around women’s rights this year. One issue that hasn’t received much attention is women's financial literacy and the ability to make her own financial decisions. While the other issues are important, this one could be the most important of all.  The ability to make wise financial decisions affects everything else you do for the duration of your lifetime.Almost half (46.8%) of the U.S. labor force is women. Fewer companies offer a guaranteed pension and even Social Security may not be as secure as we once believed it to be. And, as a woman, you‘re likely to be single at one time or another, due to divorce or the death of a spouse.  So understanding financial basics and learning to manage your finances is essential.  To do this you need to be financially literate.