NIBAF Pakistan carried out a series of strategic advocacy visits across the country from January 19 to 30, 2026, as part of the Financial Literacy Integration Project (FLIP), an initiative led by the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) aimed at embedding Financial Literacy Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs) into national and provincial curricula. These engagements focused on strengthening collaboration with education authorities and securing endorsement for integrating financial literacy into Pakistan’s formal education framework.
During the visits, NIBAF Pakistan engaged with secretaries of education, special secretaries, and curriculum authorities in all provinces, as well as federal institutions, emphasizing the importance of institutionalizing financial literacy to equip youth with essential skills for informed financial decision-making. In Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, meetings were held with Secretary Education Mr. Muhammad Khalid and Special Secretary Mr. Masood Ahmad. In Azad Jammu & Kashmir, Secretary Education Syed Shahid Mohiyuddin Qadri actively participated in discussions, while Punjab’s Secretary School Education Mr. Mudassir Riaz Malik and Special Secretary Mr. Muhammad Iqbal endorsed the initiative. Sindh’s Secretary Education Mr. Zahid Ali Abbasi, Balochistan’s Secretary Education Engr. Asfand Yar Khan Kakar and Chairman Textbook Board Dr. Gulab Khilji, and Gilgit-Baltistan’s Secretary Education Mr. Usman Ahmad also provided strong support. The federal forum in Islamabad was attended by Secretary Education Federal Mr. Nadeem Mahboob.
Ms. Lubna Farooq Malik, CEO NIBAF Pakistan, highlighted during the federal engagement that SBP remains committed to institutionalizing financial literacy for youth, describing it as a cornerstone of sustainable economic development and a critical step toward preparing the next generation for future financial challenges. She emphasized that embedding financial literacy within school curricula would enable students to develop practical skills, improve financial decision-making, and foster long-term economic resilience.
Key outcomes from these advocacy visits included unanimous provincial commitment to review the Financial Literacy SLOs developed by NIBAF Pakistan, the appointment of provincial focal persons to lead the review process, and active interest in integrating financial literacy into national and provincial curricula. Each province expressed readiness to send representatives to the official FLIP launch event, signaling a collaborative approach toward scaling financial literacy across Pakistan.
The visits demonstrated a strong alignment between provincial education departments, federal authorities, and NIBAF Pakistan, reinforcing the collective goal of creating a financially literate generation. By institutionalizing financial literacy through FLIP, Pakistan is laying the foundation for informed decision-making, responsible financial behavior, and a more inclusive and resilient economy.
These advocacy efforts underline the growing recognition among education stakeholders that financial literacy is not merely an optional skill but an essential component of student learning outcomes. The successful engagement with provincial and federal authorities marks a significant milestone in advancing financial literacy nationwide, ensuring that Pakistan’s youth are equipped with the tools to navigate complex financial landscapes and contribute meaningfully to the country’s long-term economic progress.
FLIP represents a transformative step in Pakistan’s education sector, combining curriculum development with capacity-building and stakeholder collaboration, and the recent advocacy visits reflect NIBAF Pakistan’s proactive approach to embedding financial literacy as a core element of national development strategy.
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