The Department of Finance in Ajman has unveiled the ‘Financial Empowerment’ program, a community-focused initiative designed to enhance financial literacy and promote financial stability across various segments of society.
The program targets senior citizens, people of determination, and school and university students, as part of the department’s broader strategy to improve the quality of life in the emirate.
According to the statement, the program supports the Department’s goal of fostering a financially aware society by simplifying financial concepts and enhancing financial planning skills. This will empower individuals to make informed financial decisions, aligning with the emirate’s vision for sustainable and inclusive development.
As part of activating the program’s community and interactive dimension, the Department organized a workshop titled ‘Financial Literacy’ in collaboration with members of the Seniors Happiness Centre in Ajman.
The workshop featured direct discussions and the exchange of experiences, fostering an interactive environment that enhanced participants’ understanding of sound financial management practices and their application in daily life.
Furthermore, it focused on empowering participants to manage their financial resources efficiently, develop financial planning and expense management skills, and raise awareness of government digital financial services and how to benefit from them, supporting financial independence and reinforcing social stability.
As per the reports, this workshop forms part of a wider package of initiatives under the ‘Financial Empowerment’ program, aimed at promoting financial literacy and encouraging responsible financial practices across the community, contributing to improved quality of life in the emirate.
Marwan Ahmed Al Ali, Director-General of the Department of Finance in Ajman, emphasized that raising financial awareness has become an urgent necessity in light of rapid economic changes, noting that financial literacy is a fundamental pillar to achieve financial stability for individuals and families.
“The ‘Financial Empowerment’ program serves as an effective platform to advance these efforts and embed sound financial planning practices, aligned with Ajman Vision 2030, which aims to achieve progress and prosperity for all while building an inclusive and cohesive society,” Al Ali added.
