Financial Literacy Awareness Programme: Empowering Future Educators with Financial Knowledge
Date: 22 August 2025
Time: 10:30 a.m.
Venue: Assembly Hall, Jesus Training College, Mala
Recognizing the importance of financial awareness in today's rapidly evolving economic landscape, the Herizon – Women's Cell, in association with the Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC), Jesus Training College, Mala, organized a Financial Literacy Awareness Programme on 22 August 2025 at 10:30 a.m. in the College Assembly Hall. The programme aimed to equip student teachers with the knowledge and skills necessary to make informed financial decisions and promote responsible financial behaviour.
The programme featured Mr. Sankarankutty K.K., Financial Literacy Counsellor, Mala, as the resource person. Drawing upon his expertise and practical experience, he delivered an engaging and informative session on the fundamentals of financial planning, emphasizing the importance of developing sound financial habits from an early stage of one's career.
During the session, the resource person discussed a wide range of topics, including budgeting, savings, banking services, investment opportunities, digital payment systems, financial security, insurance, and the significance of maintaining financial discipline. He also highlighted the need for financial independence, particularly among women, encouraging participants to become financially confident and capable of making informed economic decisions.
Special emphasis was placed on safe digital financial practices, protection against online financial fraud, and understanding consumer rights in financial transactions. The interactive session enabled participants to clarify their doubts regarding personal finance management, banking procedures, and investment options, making the programme highly practical and relevant.
The programme witnessed enthusiastic participation from faculty members and student teachers, who actively engaged in discussions and shared their perspectives on the importance of financial literacy in personal and professional life. The resource person's practical examples and real-life case studies made complex financial concepts simple, relatable, and easy to understand.
The Financial Literacy Awareness Programme successfully fulfilled its objective of promoting financial awareness and responsible money management among future educators. It reinforced the belief that financial literacy is an essential life skill that empowers individuals to achieve economic stability, make prudent financial choices, and contribute to the financial well-being of their families and society.
Through initiatives such as this, the Herizon – Women's Cell and IQAC, Jesus Training College, Mala, continue to create meaningful learning opportunities that extend beyond the classroom, fostering holistic development, financial empowerment, and lifelong learning among future teachers.