Workshop on Financial Literacy, Digital Awareness, and Financial Exhibitions

Introduction

This comprehensive workshop aims to enhance financial literacy and digital awareness among participants, as well as to introduce them to the role of financial exhibitions as a platform for showcasing the financial services offered by microfinance institutions. The workshop seeks to empower participants to use digital tools and modern technologies to improve their access to financial products and services, in addition to encouraging them to make informed financial decisions and support their small and personal projects.

Objectives:

• Enhancing participants’ awareness of financial concepts and equipping them with effective money management skills.
• Empower participants to utilize digital tools to improve access to financial services.
• Introducing participants to the benefits of financial expos and directly connecting them with financial institutions.
• Achieve financial inclusion to ensure access to financial services for all regions and social groups.
• Encouraging job creation and promoting a culture of self-employment.
• Enhance interventions to meet the needs of various demographics.

Main Topics:

Financial Literacy:

• • The importance of financial planning and budgeting.
  • Managing income and expenses to achieve financial balance.
  • Basic financial concepts such as saving and investing.
  • Common financial challenges and how to deal with them.

Digital Awareness:

• • The concept of digitalization, its importance, and applications in the microfinance sector.
  • Digital tools and platforms for accessing financial services (apps, e-wallets, online banking).
  • Overcoming barriers faced by underserved communities in adopting digital solutions.
  • Best Practices for the Safe and Effective Use of Digital Platforms.

Financial Exhibitions:

• • Exploring financial facilities and services (loans, credit lines, consumer financing) within the legal framework.
  • Enhancing interaction between participants and microfinance institutions during exhibitions.
  • Targeting remote areas and governorates with a focus on addressing the needs of women.