SDG-16: KazNU students received advice on the “National Fund for Children” project

On February 4, our educational institution, together with representatives of Otbasy Bank, held an information meeting within the framework of the “National Fund for Children” project. Students of the Faculty of Geography and Environmental Management born in 2006-2007 attended the event, received important information about the project, and answered questions that interested them.

During the meeting, Otbasy Bank specialists explained the “National Fund for Children” project in detail to the students and highlighted its advantages. This project, which will be implemented from 2024, provides for the opening of special savings accounts for children and adolescents under the age of 18 in the country. The funds allocated annually from the National Fund under the project will be spent on children’s future education, housing, medical services, and other needs.

Students born in 2006-2007 were selected as the main participants of the meeting, since they will soon turn 18 and make decisions about their savings. On this occasion, specialists from Otbasy Bank explained to students the procedure for opening a savings account, its benefits and ways to effectively use funds. In addition, students asked questions of interest to bank representatives and received clear and complete answers.

Students who participated in this event noted that the meeting was very useful and said that they received the necessary information to properly plan their financial future. The procedure for opening a savings account was explained, and students who do not have an account were offered the opportunity to open a new account. Bank specialists explained in detail how to complete it.

This information event allowed students to improve their financial literacy, effectively use state support and make specific plans for their future. Such meetings have a great impact on teaching young people to understand financial issues from an early age and manage their finances correctly and effectively.