Karachi, April 10, 2025 – Faysal Bank Limited (FBL), one of Pakistan’s leading Islamic financial institutions, has announced its active support for the State Bank of Pakistan’s Pakistan Financial Literacy Week (PFLW) 2025. The event, themed “Financial Literacy through Collaboration and Innovation,” will take place from April 14 to 18, 2025. As part of its commitment to fostering financial inclusion and education across Pakistan, Faysal Bank has outlined an extensive series of activities aimed at engaging the public and promoting financial literacy.
The initiative is in alignment with the State Bank of Pakistan’s broader vision of improving financial education throughout the country. With an unwavering focus on empowering underserved communities, Faysal Bank plans to host a week-long series of events designed to educate the public about essential financial principles, with a special emphasis on underrepresented groups including students, youth, women, and persons with special abilities.
Faysal Bank’s planned activities include interactive camps set up in key districts across the nation. These camps will provide various services such as account openings, digital banking demonstrations, and the distribution of educational materials aimed at enhancing financial awareness. Additionally, workshops and awareness sessions will be held, giving attendees valuable insights into the fundamentals of personal finance, budgeting, and saving. These sessions will also cover the benefits of digital banking tools, aiming to empower citizens with the knowledge needed to navigate Pakistan’s growing digital financial ecosystem.
In collaboration with the State Bank of Pakistan’s Banking Services Corporation, Faysal Bank will also actively participate in the Financial Literacy Walk, a key feature of PFLW 2025. This walk will take place across 15 major cities, with participants walking to raise awareness about the importance of financial literacy. The walk will serve as a symbolic gesture to promote education and inclusion in the financial sector, encouraging individuals from all walks of life to become more financially literate.
Commenting on Faysal Bank’s involvement, Mr. Yousaf Hussain, President and CEO of Faysal Bank, emphasized the importance of financial literacy in fostering a resilient and inclusive economy. “Financial literacy is the cornerstone of a resilient and inclusive economy,” he said. “The Pakistan Financial Literacy Week is a commendable initiative to empower individuals to make informed financial decisions, which is crucial for fostering long-term economic stability. At a time when digital finance and economic complexity are rapidly evolving, efforts like these are not just important—they are essential for building a financially capable society.”
Faysal Bank’s involvement in PFLW 2025 underscores the bank’s continued dedication to financial inclusion and education. The bank has been a strong advocate for extending financial services to underserved populations, reinforcing the vision of the State Bank of Pakistan for a financially inclusive nation. By engaging with local communities, the bank aims to ensure that every segment of society has access to the financial knowledge and resources needed to improve their economic standing.
Through its various initiatives during Financial Literacy Week, Faysal Bank seeks to make a meaningful impact on Pakistan’s financial landscape, helping individuals and families make better financial decisions that will benefit them in the long run. The week will not only raise awareness but will also actively engage communities in conversations about the importance of financial planning, saving, and investing.
As Pakistan continues to evolve into a digital economy, Faysal Bank remains steadfast in its mission to support financial literacy and inclusion, ensuring that no one is left behind in the pursuit of economic empowerment.