On the afternoon of December 29, 2023, National Payment Corporation of Vietnam (NAPAS) collaborated with the Communication Department of the State Bank of Vietnam to orchestrate a financial education program titled "Understanding Currency for Mitigating Challenges" at Fansipan School in Thanh Hoa City.
The event garnered the participation of representatives from the SBV Communication Department, the Leadership Board of Fansipan School, NAPAS representatives, several commercial banks, and local newspapers and media agencies in Thanh Hoa. Additionally, the program attracted nearly 300 students and parents from the school.
During the program, NAPAS representatives elucidated prevalent electronic payment methods, such as payments utilizing the VietQR code and various NAPAS card types. Furthermore, insights were shared on contemporary payment solutions and emerging trends in the payment landscape. The aim was to enhance students' comprehension of the advantages associated with non-cash transactions and to impart foundational payment skills and knowledge at an early stage. This initiative contributed to the cultivation of prudent payment habits among the younger demographic, fostering financial literacy for the future.
The financial education program with the topic "Understanding Currency for Mitigating Challenges" has attracted the attention of many parents and students.
NAPAS representative was sharing at the program.
Within the program, students from Fansipan School enthusiastically engaged in a game titled "Be Smart with Money – Avoid Troubles" and participated in a debate competition on the theme "Can Money Buy Happiness?" Through meticulous preparation, the three teams showcased their comprehension of the significance of money in life and explored the intricate relationship between money and happiness – a concept that garnered widespread interest and multifaceted evaluation.
The organizing committee expressed astonishment at the contestants’ adept demonstration of financial knowledge, considering their status as primary school students. The competition drew considerable attention from parents and all students within the school.
Interactive mini-games helped students approach the financial field in a natural, attractive and multi-dimensional way.
The organizing committee awarded prizes to 3 teams in the speech contest with the topic "Can money buy happiness?"
As per the State Bank of Vietnam's Communication Department, a forthcoming initiative involves the implementation of diverse financial education activities across numerous schools nationwide. These purposeful endeavors aim to cultivate in students—the prospective custodians of the nation—an appreciation for the significance of labor, proficiency in personal financial management, and adept payment skills. Furthermore, these initiatives are designed to furnish students with essential knowledge, practical survival skills, and a requisite understanding and judicious perspective on matters pertaining to both money and life.
