


About
FLM2021 will culminate into a three-day virtual event from 29 to 31 October 2021. FLM2021 Finale highlights the importance of addressing the issues from consumers on the ground, particularly during this challenging times.
Various initiatives on the recent financial education topics ranging from financial management and planning, protection, financial scams are being covered during this Finale event. Experts gather virtually to share their insights and provide advisory, as well as expertise. Join us as we navigate around the key topics on financial education and in making an informed financial decisions towards a better future.
Registration and Programmes are FREE!

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Programmes

Virtual Financial Advisory Clinic (VFAC)
A single one-stop virtual platform to meet your banks for Repayment Assistance and Advisory

Webinars
Educational webinars on personal financial management topics for youth, parents, families, adults, MSMEs and gig workers. Learn ways to manage your money towards recovery

Exhibition
A dedicated platform on various financial education advisory and tips, upskilling & reskilling programmes and alternative income opportunities under one roof! Join Us!

#MyDuitStory
#MyDuitStory is back! A little hint – What is Insurance and Takaful? Watch this space. Attractive prizes and one-to-one personal financial consultancy await!

Kids Corner
Kids Corner @ FLM2021 is a kids channel full of financial education wrapped-up in fun online programmes, activities and quizzes

Financial Planning
Come join us for a free 1-2-1 online Financial Planning consultation with licensed financial planners.
Virtual Financial Advisory Clinic
Virtual Financial Advisory Clinic (VFAC) – “MEET YOUR BANK” is an event bringing together 22 banks under a one-stop virtual platform (via one-to-one video conferencing). The 3-day event will provide opportunity for participants to directly engage with the banks for advisory or products related consultation. VFAC is organised in collaboration with banking industry in conjunction with Financial Literacy Month (FLM) and will run from
29-31 October 2021.
Indicate your interest by registering for Virtual Financial Advisory Clinic (VFAC) NOW and select the banks that you wish to engage with.
Registration and Advisory for Virtual Financial Advisory Clinic (VFAC) is FREE!


Welcome to Kids Corner @ FLM 2021 by BNM Museum and Art Gallery! This is a channel full of financial education wrapped-up in engaging online programmes, activities and quizzes for kids. Have fun exploring and happy learning!


Financial Planning
If you miss your spot at #FinPlan4U™ during InvestSmart, you may still have the chance during FLM2021 Finale from Friday, 29 Oct 2021 to Sunday, 31 Oct 2021.
Take the opportunity to obtain free consultations with licensed financial planners through one-on-one sessions.
#MyDuitStory is back!
A little hint – What is Insurance and Takaful? Watch this space! Attractive prizes and one-to-one personal financial consultancy await!
#MyDuitStory is a Short Video Competition held to raise awareness on the importance of personal financial management and to inculcate good financial behaviour among the youth.
The competition invites students from institutions of higher learning to convey insightful money management messages, among others via animation, v-logging, drama and interviews. The competition would encourage team work in producing videos that inspire others, while simultaneously elevate contestants’ awareness and understanding on prudent money management.
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
PKS Mikro dan Celik Kewangan
Perusahaan mikro di negara ini telah terjejas teruk akibat penularan wabak COVID-19. Sertai kami dalam membincangkan tentang kepentingan literasi kewangan terutamanya kepada PKS, dan bagaimana ia dapat membantu dalam membuat keputusan kewangan yang lebih baik serta mampu bertahan apabila berdepan dengan situati yang tidak dijangka.
Ahli Panel:
Mohamad Faisal Abdul Malik, Chief Executive Officer, FMC Group
Heida Haidzir, Founder, C’Brookies
Mohd Azian b. Abu Samah, Vice President, Micro Business Retail Banking Department, Bank Simpanan Nasional
Moderator: Dr. Azrie Tamjis, Senior Advisor of SME Financial Education Department, Agensi Kaunseling dan Pengurusan Kredit
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Micro SMEs and Financial Literacy
Since the COVID-19 pandemic, many micro SMEs have faced devastating financial distress. Join us for a talk on how financial literacy is now more important than ever to micro SMEs, and how they can make smarter financial decisions that can better prepare them for unexpected roadblocks.
Speakers:
Nurafira Abdul Aziz, Managing Director, Zed Y Trading Sdn. Bhd.
Renganathan Kannan, Partner, Tratax
Leong Weng Choong, Chief Business Officer, Credit Guarantee Corporation Malaysia Berhad
Moderator: Thomas Tan Koon Peng, General Manager, Education and Outreach Division, Agensi Kaunseling dan Pengurusan Kredit
3:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Lima Ringgit Je Mak? Cukup Ke?
– Mari Didik Anak Secara Santai di Rumah
Mampukah kita membantu anak-anak untuk memahami pentingnya pengurusan wang? Selesakah kita untuk berbincang tentang kewangan dengan anak-anak? Dapatkan pelbagai tip dari pakar-pakar tentang bagaimana untuk mendidik dan memberi motivasi kepada anak-anak untuk mengurus wang secara berhemat.
Ahli Panel:
- Dato’ Dr. Hj. Mohd Fadzilah Bin Kamsah, Presiden, DMFK Inspirations Sdn. Bhd.
- Prof. Dr. Mohamad Fazli Bin Sabri, Dekan Fakulti Ekologi Manusia, Universiti Putra Malaysia
- Ustazah Asma’ Harun, Pendakwah dan Penulis
Moderator: Hasjun Hashim, Timbalan Pengarah, Bank Negara Malaysia
4:30 PM – 5:30 PM
The Importance of Life Insurance Protection and Perlindungan Tenang Voucher Programme
Life is Precious. Protect yourself and your loved ones today!
Find out why life insurance protection is very important for you and your loved ones.
25 Lucky winners will stand a chance to win RM20 Touch n Go eWallet credits in LIAM Quickie Quiz.
Speaker:
- Muhamad Yusof bin Sulaiman, Life Insurance Association of Malaysia
Moderator: Kevin Khoo, Director and Chief Executive Officer, Majesty Events
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
The Growing of Gig Economy: Importance of Financial Literacy to Gig Workers
With more and more people turning to gig work and freelancing, financial literacy is the silver lining that will empower gig workers to master the gig economy. Learn from the industry leaders on how gig workers can earn income, make the most of their earnings, know the importance of social security and financial safety net.
Speakers:
- Sean Goh, Managing Director and Country Head, Grab Malaysia
- Francesca Chia, Chief Executive Officer and Co-Founder, GoGet
- John Riba Anak Marin, Deputy Chief Executive (Operations), PERKESO
Moderator: Roshan Kanesan, CFP, Senior Financial Planner, RinggitPlus
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Kepentingan Literasi Kewangan di Kalangan Pekerja
Program yang meningkatkan kemampuan pengurusan kewangan dapat membentuk pekerja yang lebih produktif. Ketahui apakah program yang sedia ada bagi membantu anda mencapai kesejahteraan kewangan terutama ketika berhadapan dengan situasi yang tidak dijangka atau pada waktu yang mencabar seperti pandemik Covid-19.
Ahli Panel:
- Captain Mushafiz Mustafa Bakri, Chief Executive Officer, Malindo Airways Sdn. Bhd.
- Venagadasamy Appalasamy, Chief Financial Officer, Human Resource Development Corporation
- Nirmala Supramaniam, Head of Household Financial Education Department, Agensi Kaunseling dan Pengurusan Kredit
Moderator: Jasmina Mohd Mokhtar, Financial Capability, Bank Negara Malaysia
1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Personal Finance ChitChat
The pandemic has changed our behaviour towards money. Many Malaysians now understand the importance of emergency funds and wiser investments, but is there more that we can do to gain better control of our finances? Join us in this engaging talk where we share ideas and views on making smarter money decisions.
Speakers:
- Hann Liew, Co-Founder, RinggitPlus
- Suraya Zainudin, Founder, RinggitOhRinggit.com
2:30 PM – 3:30 PM
What is General Insurance and Why it is important for Me?
Insure your greatest asset – you!
As we move through life, get married, raise a family, and maybe start a business, the importance of general insurance in a long term plan increases. That’s because general insurance is all about providing a financial safety net that helps you to take care of yourself and those you love when you need it the most. Discover what is general insurance and the importance of it and why it plays a central role in your financial wellbeing, helping to provide financial security for you and your family when it’s needed most.
Speakers:
- Zainudin Ishak, President and Chief Executive Officer, Malaysian Reinsurance Berhad
- Jenny Yeoh, Vice President, Personal Lines – Underwriting, MSIG Insurance (Malaysia) Berhad
4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Kepentingan Takaful dan Insurans dan Program Baucar Perlindungan Tenang
Tahukah anda mengapa kita memerlukan perlindungan takaful atau insurans dan bagaimana ianya dapat membantu kita dalam perancangan kewangan? Dapatkan tip-tip dan ambil tahu perkara-perkara yang perlu kita pertimbangkan sebelum menyertai takaful atau membeli insurans.
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Ahli Panel:
- Mohd Asri Omar, Chief Executive Officer, Hong Leong MSIG Takaful Berhad
Moderator: Kevin Khoo, Director and Chief Executive Officer, Majesty Events
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Redress the Financial Stress – Help is Always Available
Feeling the stress of finances? Don’t worry, find out the various ways you can access financial advisory and assistance when times get tough. Get to know the early warning signs of financial distress and what you can do to help yourselves.
Speakers:
- Datin Arlina Ariff, Director, Development Finance and Inclusion Department, Bank Negara Malaysia
- Nor Fazleen Zakaria, General Manager, Operations and Business Development Division, Agensi Kaunseling dan Pengurusan Kredit
- Gunasekaran Sundram, Graduate of AKPK Debt Management Programme
Moderator: Hazlinda Binti Abdul Hamid, Head of SME Banking, Malayan Banking Berhad
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Tangani Masalah Kewangan – Bantuan Sentiasa Tersedia
Anda stres dengan keadaan kewangan anda? Jangan risau, bantuan sentiasa tersedia. Ketahui di mana dan bagaimana anda boleh mendapatkan bantuan termasuk dari segi khidmat nasihat serta bantuan bayaran balik pembiayaan. Dengarkan juga perkongsian daripada mereka yang telah berjaya mengharungi kemelut kewangan dengan mendapatkan bantuan awal.
Ahli Panel:
- Nor Rafidz bin Nazri, Pengarah, Jabatan LINK dan Pejabat BNM, Bank Negara Malaysia
- Mansor Kesot @ Ali, Ketua Jabatan Pengurusan Cawangan dan Khidmat Pelanggan, Agensi Kaunseling dan Pengurusan Kredit
- Norzuriman Bin Zulkafli, Alumni Program Pengurusan Kredit AKPK
Moderator: Ratna Sha’erah Kamaludin, Pengarah Eksekutif, Persatuan Institusi Perbankan dan Kewangan Islam Malaysia (AIBIM)
1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Sembang-sembang Duit
Jom sembang tentang duit secara santai. Dr. Adam dan Nafisah akan berada bersama anda untuk menjawab segala kemusykilan tentang pengurusan kewangan.
Ahli Panel:
- Nafisah Amran, Influencer
- Dr. Adam Zubir, Director and Co-Founder, Absorich Sdn. Bhd.
2:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Mental and Financial Well-being during Challenging Times
Based on a global survey in 2020, over 50% of employees feel the burden of financial hardship and pressured by financial insecurity. Due to the pandemic, we saw the rise of retrenchment and income cuts which have affected many Malaysians households. In this talk, we will share real-life experiences from those managing these issues and how to stay in good mental health. We’ll also touch on early warning signs of warning distress and what you can do to help yourselves.
Speakers:
- Mohammad Mafrukhin Mokhtar, Head of Research Development Department, Agensi Kaunseling dan Pengurusan Kredit
- Intan Shahira Mohd Shahru, Head of HR, AirAsia Bhd.
- Dr. Amanda Elli, Medical Officer, Kementerian Kesihatan Malaysia
Moderator: Linnet Lee, Chief Executive Officer, Financial Planning Association of Malaysia
4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
How to Raise Money-Smart Kids in a Fun Way at Home
Getting kids the right start on money management begins at home. Get tips on how to raise a child that not only understands the value of a ringgit, but one who’ll make smarter financial decisions. All presented in a fun and engaging manner and suitable for all parents out there.
Speakers:
- Alina Amir, Chief Executive Officer and Co-Founder, Arus Academy
- Eric Wong, Chief Customer and Marketing Officer, Prudential Assurance Malaysia Berhad
- Nina Othman, Founder, Grow the Goose
Moderator: Gunaseelan Kannan, Certified Financial Planner
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Lucky Draw
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