Brac University Hosts International Conference on Financial Literacy and Economic Wellbeing 2025
Dhaka, Bangladesh – June 2025 — Brac University successfully hosted the international conference “Financial Literacy on Economic Wellbeing 2025”, emphasizing the vital role of financial literacy in promoting economic growth, financial inclusion, and overall well-being.
Financial Literacy and Economic Wellbeing in Focus
Organized by the Brac Business School (BBS), the conference brought together over 60 academics, researchers, and educators from Bangladesh and abroad. Participants presented research papers and abstracts exploring how financial literacy can empower individuals and enhance national economic resilience.
Keynote and Plenary Speakers
- Keynote Speaker: Professor Dr. Mohammad Fazli bin Sabri, Dean of the Faculty of Human Ecology, Universiti Putra Malaysia.
- Plenary Panelists:
- Professor Mohammad Helal Uddin, Executive Vice Chairman, Microcredit Regulatory Authority
- Musfiqur Rahman, Chairperson, SME Foundation
- Orinjoy Dhar, Senior Director, Brac Microfinance
Their discussions centered on actionable strategies for building financial competence and promoting digital financial services.
Distinguished Guests and Strategic Discussions
Najma Mobarek, Secretary of the Financial Institutions Division, Ministry of Finance, served as the chief guest, alongside Mohammad Muslim Chowdhury, Chairman of Sonali Bank, as the special guest. They participated in a high-level panel titled:
“Empowering Individuals and Organizations through Financial Literacy, Competence, Inclusion, and Digitalization.”
University Leadership and Industry Support
The event was formally opened by Professor Mohammad Mujibul Haque, Dean of BRAC Business School, and concluded with remarks from Professor Farhat Anwar, Vice-Chancellor of BRAC University.
Corporate Partners
Leading financial institutions supported the event, including:
- IDLC Finance PLC
- Infrastructure Development Company Limited (IDCOL)
- bKash
- Dhaka Stock Exchange
These partnerships highlighted the private sector’s commitment to advancing financial education and economic development in Bangladesh.