NAMA Women Advancement (NAMA) has concluded the third edition of its Level 1 Financial Literacy Program, empowering women with practical financial knowledge and tools to make informed personal and professional decisions.
In line with NAMA’s mission to empower women, the Financial Literacy Program prioritizes financial education as a driver of personal growth, enabling women to fully participate in economic life and build resilience.
The third edition featured expert-led workshops, case studies, and individual and group mentoring sessions, offering hands-on guidance on setting financial goals, budgeting, managing expenses, saving and investing, and adopting responsible borrowing and debt practices.
Building on strong demand and positive outcomes from previous years, the Financial Literacy Program has benefited 384 women, including retirees, homemakers, employees, and students – across both basic and advanced levels, with an extended track deepening knowledge in financial planning and investment.
HE Mariam Al Hammadi, Director General of NAMA, said that under the guidance of HH Sheikha Jawaher bint Mohammed Al Qasimi, Wife of the Ruler of Sharjah and Chairperson of NAMA, the organization is committed to initiatives that enhance women’s understanding of challenges affecting their daily lives and enable informed decision-making.
She noted that the Financial Literacy Program reflects NAMA’s commitment to education as a cornerstone of community development, and its continuation into a third year highlights the growing importance of financial literacy amid rapid changes in the financial sector.
Evaluations from previous editions demonstrated a tangible impact in strengthening participants’ ability to manage resources and make balanced financial decisions, reaching diverse groups of women in Sharjah.
The Financial Literacy Program supported participants in addressing everyday financial challenges while engaging mothers interested in fostering financially conscious habits within their families. Personalized mentoring sessions helped women define priorities and map actionable paths to greater financial independence, focusing on clarity, decision-making, and sustainable financial habits reinforced through follow-up and structured feedback.
