Building financial literacy, entrepreneurship and project management skills in Kurunegala
Teachers play an important role in helping children and young people develop the knowledge and confidence to make informed decisions about their futures.
On 28 October 2026, educators gathered at Kurunegala Zahira Muslim Maha Vidyalaya Hall in Sri Lanka for a training programme focused on financial literacy, entrepreneurship and project management.
Organised by the Network for Education, Children and Youth (NECY) Sri Lanka, the training brought together educators to strengthen practical knowledge and explore approaches to teaching essential life skills.
Connecting learning with everyday life
The programme focused on three important areas: understanding financial decisions, developing entrepreneurial thinking and managing projects effectively.
These skills can help teachers make learning more relevant by connecting classroom lessons to everyday experiences, from saving and budgeting to planning activities and turning ideas into action.
The workshop also provided an opportunity for educators to engage with one another and reflect on how practical learning can support children and young people.
Investing in teachers, investing in futures
At Aflatoun International, we believe that empowering educators is an important step towards ensuring that every child has access to quality social and financial education.
Initiatives such as this highlight the importance of local partnerships in making financial education accessible and relevant to communities.
We thank NECY Sri Lanka and the Project Management Institute Educational Foundation for their contributions to strengthening learning opportunities for educators in Sri Lanka.
