Within the framework of Financial Literacy: “Conscious Consumption and Personal Budget”
Date: 13.02.2026
Venue: Faculty of Philosophy and Political Science
Organizer: Deputy Dean for Social and Educational Affairs of Al-Farabi Kazakh National University- Ayazbayeva B.B.
Format: Offline training
During the training:
• group work
• small group activities
• training exercises
• development of financial literacy
Seminar facilitator: Liyasova A.A. — 1st year PhD student of the Department of General and Applied Psychology.
The training was aimed at exploring modern and practical approaches to effectively organizing personal financial behavior in current economic conditions.
On February 13, 2026, doctoral student Liyasova Aigul Amangeldiyevna conducted a training session with 3rd-year Psychology students on the topic “Financial Literacy as a Path to Inner Freedom.”
The purpose of the training was to deepen students’ understanding of financial literacy, explore the psychological aspects of attitudes toward money, and highlight the importance of conscious financial behavior.
During the session, the relevance of the topic was thoroughly explained. It was emphasized that financial illiteracy has become one of the pressing issues of modern society, often leading to social and psychological difficulties. Issues such as debt culture, impulsive spending, and the influence of social media were discussed. Special attention was given to the idea that financial literacy is not only about managing money, but also about inner freedom and self-regulation.
At the beginning of the training, students introduced themselves through different currencies and shared interesting facts about them. This activity increased engagement and sparked interest in the topic of finance.
Group rules were discussed and agreed upon to ensure mutual respect and open communication. Participants exchanged opinions, shared personal experiences related to money, and reflected on new insights. The discussion clearly showed that financial decisions are closely connected to internal beliefs and emotional states.
As part of the training, three best essays on the topic of financial literacy were awarded prizes, which encouraged students’ creativity and deeper reflection on the subject.
At the end of the session, feedback was collected. Participants noted that the training was informative, engaging, and useful. Many students mentioned that it helped them reconsider their financial habits and approach money more consciously. Overall, the training left a positive impression and motivated participants to further develop their financial culture.
