Yang Berbahagia Datuk Mary Angela Sipaun, Bendahari Negeri Sabah, is delivering her closing remarks as the guest of honour at the AEIOU Challenge event in Sabah.
Ms Teoh Chu Lin, Group Chief Corporate Banking & Capital Markets Officer of Alliance Bank (second from right) is presenting a token of appreciation on behalf of Alliance Bank to Yang Berbahagia Datuk Mary Angela Sipaun, the State Treasurer from the Sabah State Treasury Department (third from right). Also present during the ceremony, Encik Mazlan Osman, Principal, Sekolah Kebangsaan Malawa, Telipok (far left); Puan Azizah Binti Baba, Senior Assistant Director, Management Division, Jabatan Pendaftaran Negeri Sabah (second from left) and Dr Aaron Sum Wei Wern, Group Chief Strategy, Marketing and Business Development Officer of Alliance Bank (far right).
Sabah, 24 October 2024 - Alliance Bank Malaysia Berhad (“Alliance Bank” or the “Bank”) continues to deepen its commitment to inculcate financial literacy to more schools across Sabah through its AEIOU Programme. The award-winning initiative aims to equip schoolchildren aged 9 to 12 in the region with essential money management skills for their financial well-being.
Yang Berbahagia Datuk Mary Angela Sipaun, the State Treasurer from the Sabah State Treasury Department (“JBNS”), attended the kick-off of Alliance Bank’s financial literacy workshop at Sekolah Kebangsaan Malawa in Sepanggar, Sabah. Their presence underscores the State’s support for this meaningful initiative. Schoolchildren from Sekolah Kebangsaan Keronggu in Inanam and Sekolah Rangalu Baru in Tuaran also participated in the event.
To further broaden reach, Alliance Bank partnered with JBNS to identify schools across the region, including areas such as Sepanggar, Inanam, Tuaran and other communities with limited access to financial literacy resources. Through the AEIOU Challenge’s Train-the-Trainers programme, the Bank is also working closely with the local schoolteachers to deliver financial literacy content via both physical and virtual financial literacy workshops. These sessions, conducted in Malay and English, engage students through interactive activities and quizzes designed to reinforce key financial concepts. To further enhance the learning experience, prizes are awarded to encourage active participation and make the process more enjoyable.
The Bank’s efforts in promoting financial literacy seeks to align with the 2027 School Curriculum by the Ministry of Education as it directly contributes to one of its key objectives, which is fostering lifelong learning. This curriculum emphasises the continuous development of skills and knowledge beyond classroom, preparing students for real-world challenges. This initiative also reinforces the Bank’s commitment to enhancing the financial well-being of Malaysians, particularly among the youth and children, in line with the National Strategy for Financial Literacy 2019 - 2023 developed by the Financial Education Network.
“As a community-centric institution, we are dedicated to supporting the government’s efforts in improving Malaysians’ financial literacy. We are not just focused on expanding the reach of AEIOU Financial Literacy education to more schools in Sabah but critically also, on empowering educators with the tools they need to deliver financial literacy content effectively, enabling a wider and deeper impact. We greatly appreciate JBNS’ support in helping us reach these communities and empower schoolchildren with financial skills that will serve them throughout their lives. Our ultimate goal is to nurture a generation of financially savvy young individuals who are well-prepared for the challenges ahead,” said Mr Kellee Kam, Group Chief Executive Officer of Alliance Bank.
JBNS has been instrumental in facilitating the Bank’s outreach in Sabah by coordinating efforts with local schools and communities, promoting participation and ensuring the programme's widespread adoption.
“Our mission is to sustain community well-being by empowering young individuals with essential knowledge and skills. Financial literacy plays a crucial role in this, and by supporting Alliance Bank's efforts, we ensure that schoolchildren in Sabah are equipped with the tools to make informed financial decisions from an early age. This collaboration enables us to extend valuable resources to schools across Sabah, reinforcing the importance of early financial education. The programme exemplifies how public-private partnerships can raise awareness, preparing our youth for future financial challenges and nurturing their growth into confident, well-rounded adults,” said Yang Berbahagia Datuk Mary Angela Sipaun, the State Treasurer from the Sabah State Treasury Department.
Recognised by Bank Negara Malaysia as the Best Financial Literacy programme for primary schools in 2017, the AEIOU Challenge is designed to teach the importance of good money management in a fun and engaging manner. Since its launch in 2015, the AEIOU Challenge has benefitted 140,000 children nationwide and received over 130,000 submissions for the Comic Challenge and e-Game Challenge. This year, the programme has reached over 25,000 schoolchildren nationwide, which is approximately 30% increase from the previous seasons. Over 1,200 teachers have been empowered to conduct financial literacy workshops at their respective schools. Overall, the challenge has reached out to more than 1,000 schools.
The Bank continues to extend its educational outreach to ensure that the essential principles of financial management are accessible to schoolchildren across Sabah and beyond.
For more information about the Alliance Bank AEIOU Challenge, please visit
https://www.alliancebank.com.my/aeiou.
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Alliance Bank Bekerjasama dengan Bendahari Negeri Sabah Luaskan Program Celik Kewangan Cabaran AEIOU ke Lebih Banyak Sekolah di Sabah
Yang Berbahagia Datuk Mary Angela Sipaun, Bendahari Negeri Sabah, is delivering her closing remarks as the guest of honour at the AEIOU Challenge event in Sabah.
Ms Teoh Chu Lin, Group Chief Corporate Banking & Capital Markets Officer of Alliance Bank (second from right) is presenting a token of appreciation on behalf of Alliance Bank to Yang Berbahagia Datuk Mary Angela Sipaun, the State Treasurer from the Sabah State Treasury Department (third from right). Also present during the ceremony, Encik Mazlan Osman, Principal, Sekolah Kebangsaan Malawa, Telipok (far left); Puan Azizah Binti Baba, Senior Assistant Director, Management Division, Jabatan Pendaftaran Negeri Sabah (second from left) and Dr Aaron Sum Wei Wern, Group Chief Strategy, Marketing and Business Development Officer of Alliance Bank (far right).
Sabah, 24 Oktober 2024 - Alliance Bank Malaysia Berhad mengukuhkan komitmennya untuk menyemai pengetahuan celik kewangan dalam kalangan kanak-kanak menerusi program Cabaran AEIOU, yang kini merangkumi lebih banyak sekolah di Sabah. Inisiatif yang telah merangkul anugerah peringkat kebangsaaan ini bertujuan meningkatkan kesedaran tentang kemahiran pengurusan wang asas demi kesejahteraan kewangan mereka, khususnya untuk murid berumur 9 hingga 12 tahun di Sabah.
Yang Berbahagia Datuk Mary Angela Sipaun, Bendahari Negeri, Jabatan Bendahari Negeri Sabah (“JBNS”) selaku tetamu kehormat, telah merasmikan bengkel celik kewangan Alliance Bank di Sekolah Kebangsaan Malawa, Sepanggar, Sabah. Kehadiran beliau mewakili JBNS menekankan sokongan negeri terhadap inisiatif bermakna ini. Murid-murid dari Sekolah Kebangsaan Keronggu di Inanam dan Sekolah Rangalu Baru di Tuaran turut menyertai acara ini.
Untuk meluaskan jangkauan program ini, Alliance Bank telah bekerjasama dengan JBNS bagi mengenal pasti sekolah-sekolah di Sabah, termasuk kawasan seperti Sepanggar, Inanam, Tuaran, serta beberapa buah komuniti lain yang kekurangan akses kepada sumber celik kewangan. Menerusi program Train-the-Trainers untuk Cabaran AEIOU, Alliance Bank berganding bahu dengan guru tempatan bagi menyampaikan pengetahuan celik kewangan melalui bengkel secara fizikal dan dalam talian. Sesi ini dijalankan dalam dwibahasa, iaitu; Bahasa Melayu dan Bahasa Inggeris, dan membimbing murid melalui aktiviti serta kuiz interaktif untuk memperkukuh pemahaman konsep kewangan. Bagi meningkatkan pengalaman pembelajaran, hadiah menarik turut disediakan bagi menggalakkan penyertaan yang lebih aktif dan menyeronokkan.
Alliance Bank memainkan peranan penting dalam menyebarkan pengetahuan celik kewangan, dan usaha ini sejajar dengan Kurikulum Sekolah Tahun 2027 Kementerian Pendidikan Malaysia di mana ia menyumbang kepada salah satu objektif utama iaitu memupuk sifat pembelajaran sepanjang hayat. Kurikulum ini bertujuan untuk menekankan pembangunan kemahiran dan pengetahuan di luar bilik darjah agar murid bersedia menghadapi cabaran dunia sebenar. Inisiatif ini juga mengukuhkan komitmen Alliance Bank untuk meningkatkan kesejahteraan kewangan rakyat Malaysia, khususnya dalam kalangan belia dan kanak-kanak, selaras dengan Strategi Celik Kewangan Kebangsaan 2019-2023 yang diilhamkan oleh Jaringan Pendidikan Kewangan. Alliance Bank juga berharap agar visinya untuk memupuk amalan menabung dalam kalangan kanak-kanak dapat melahirkan individu yang bertanggungjawab dalam pengurusan kewangan.
“Sebagai sebuah institusi kewangan yang mengutamakan masyarakat, kami komited menyokong usaha kerajaan untuk meningkatkan tahap celik kewangan rakyat Malaysia. Kami bukan sahaja memberi tumpuan kepada meluaskan capaian pendidikan Celik Kewangan AEIOU ke lebih banyak sekolah di Sabah, tetapi juga memperkasakan para pendidik dengan alat yang diperlukan bagi menyampaikan kandungan celik kewangan secara berkesan, seterusnya mencapai impak yang lebih mendalam. Kami amat menghargai sokongan JBNS dalam membantu kami mendekati masyarakat dan melengkapkan murid dengan kemahiran kewangan yang bermanfaat sepanjang hayat” kata Encik Kellee Kam, Ketua Pegawai Eksekutif Kumpulan Alliance Bank.
JBNS memainkan peranan penting dalam memudahkan capaian Alliance Bank di Negeri di Bawah Bayu ini dengan menyelaraskan usaha bersama sekolah dan komuniti tempatan, menggalakkan penyertaan dan memastikan program ini diterima secara meluas.
“Misi kami adalah untuk mengekalkan kesejahteraan masyarakat dengan memperkasakan individu muda melalui pengetahuan dan kemahiran yang diperlukan. Celik kewangan memainkan peranan penting dalam usaha ini. Dengan menyokong inisiatif Alliance Bank, kami memastikan murid sekolah di Sabah dilengkapi dengan keperluan dan pengetahuan asas untuk membuat keputusan kewangan yang bijak sejak kecil. Kerjasama ini membolehkan kami menyampaikan sumber berharga kepada sekolah-sekolah di seluruh Sabah, seterusnya memperkukuh kepentingan pendidikan kewangan pada peringkat awal. Program ini menjadi contoh bagaimana kerjasama antara sektor awam dan swasta boleh meningkatkan kesedaran kewangan, serta membina belia yang bertanggungawab dan bersedia menghadapi cabaran kewangan” kata Yang Berbahagia Datuk Mary Angela Sipaun, Bendahari Negeri, Jabatan Bendahari Negeri Sabah.
Diiktiraf oleh Bank Negara Malaysia sebagai sebuah program Celik Kewangan Terbaik untuk sekolah rendah pada tahun 2017, Cabaran AEIOU direka untuk mengajar kepentingan pengurusan wang yang bijak dengan cara yang menyeronokkan dan menarik. Sejak dilancarkan pada tahun 2015, Cabaran AEIOU telah memanfaatkan seramai 140,000 orang kanak-kanak di seluruh negara dan menerima lebih 130,000 penyertaan untuk Cabaran Melukis Komik dan e-Permainan. Pada tahun ini, lebih 25,000 murid telah menyertai program ini, meningkat kira-kira 30% berbanding musim sebelumnya. Lebih 1,200 orang guru turut berpeluang mengendalikan bengkel celik kewangan di sekolah masing-masing, dan program ini telah meliputi lebih 1,000 buah sekolah.
Alliance Bank akan terus meluaskan jangkauan pendidikannya untuk memastikan prinsip penting pengurusan kewangan dapat diakses oleh murid di seluruh Sabah dan kawasan sekitarnya.
Untuk mendapatkan maklumat lanjuttentang Cabaran AEIOU Alliance Bank, sila layari
https://www.alliancebank.com.my/aeiou
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