SQU Forum concludes with pledge to boost financial literacy drive
Published: 03:10 PM,Oct 04,2023 | EDITED : 07:10 PM,Oct 04,2023
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MUSCAT, OCT 3
The 14th edition of the Financial Forum, organised by the Economics and Finance Group and the Accounting Club at Sultan Qaboos University (SQU), concluded on Wednesday with a plan for the launch of a mass effort to boost financial and economic literacy among Omani youth.
Collaboration with influential social media figures was a key element of their strategy to increase community awareness of the forum and its associated activities, with the aim of attracting a larger and more diverse audience to future editions of the conference.
Speaking to the Observer, Mohammed Juma al Rashdi, the Administrator of the Financial Forum, emphasized the significance of such gatherings in enhancing society's awareness of economic and financial concepts and the latest global economic developments, highlighting their impact on the nation's economy as a whole and individuals on a personal level.
Recognizing that finance is the lifeblood of society, Al Rashdi stressed the importance of events like this to bring together financial and economic knowledge and expertise, fostering a financially literate and economically aware community.
He outlined one of the primary objectives of the forum as increasing financial and economic literacy among all segments of society, including those who are well-versed in financial matters and those with a particular interest in the financial sector. Additionally, the forum aims to engage relevant institutions in the country's economic and financial landscape, encouraging their contribution to the dissemination of financial literacy.
Regarding the role of games and competitions to support their campaign, Al Rashdi explained that they view entertainment activities as complementary to the content provided to users. These games and competitions aim to further engage attendees in financial topics and make them more accessible and enjoyable.
The 14th edition of the Financial Forum, organised by the Economics and Finance Group and the Accounting Club at Sultan Qaboos University (SQU), concluded on Wednesday with a plan for the launch of a mass effort to boost financial and economic literacy among Omani youth.
Collaboration with influential social media figures was a key element of their strategy to increase community awareness of the forum and its associated activities, with the aim of attracting a larger and more diverse audience to future editions of the conference.
Speaking to the Observer, Mohammed Juma al Rashdi, the Administrator of the Financial Forum, emphasized the significance of such gatherings in enhancing society's awareness of economic and financial concepts and the latest global economic developments, highlighting their impact on the nation's economy as a whole and individuals on a personal level.
Recognizing that finance is the lifeblood of society, Al Rashdi stressed the importance of events like this to bring together financial and economic knowledge and expertise, fostering a financially literate and economically aware community.
He outlined one of the primary objectives of the forum as increasing financial and economic literacy among all segments of society, including those who are well-versed in financial matters and those with a particular interest in the financial sector. Additionally, the forum aims to engage relevant institutions in the country's economic and financial landscape, encouraging their contribution to the dissemination of financial literacy.
Regarding the role of games and competitions to support their campaign, Al Rashdi explained that they view entertainment activities as complementary to the content provided to users. These games and competitions aim to further engage attendees in financial topics and make them more accessible and enjoyable.