FWD Insurance Sponsors 40 Digital Smartboards For Schools Under PPD Keramat

KUALA LUMPUR, July 25 (Bernama) -- FWD Insurance Berhad (FWD Insurance) has announced a RM400,000 sponsorship to deliver 40 digital smartboards to 35 schools under the Keramat District Education Office (PPD).

In a statement, FWD Insurance said the initiative, which aligns with the Ministry of Education’s (MOE) digitalisation agenda, aims to equip students with critical financial knowledge and digital learning tools from an early age.

The official handover was led by FWD Insurance Chief Executive Officer Mak See Sen, together with Deputy District Education Officer (Curriculum Sector), Mohd Helmy Abdul Najib.

“The smartboard distribution aligns with Thrusts 4 and 6 of MOE Digital Education Policy, which aim to empower strategic partners to equip schools with appropriate infrastructure for the implementation of digital learning.

“The policy also supports Keramat PPD’s Bring Your Own Device to School (BYODS) Programme, which has been in place since 2021,” the statement said.

To date, the smartboards have already been installed across the participating schools, and students are actively using them in their learning, said FWD Insurance.

“These devices serve as key tools to promote the integration of digital technology and artificial intelligence (AI) into the classroom, further underscoring FWD Insurance’s dedication to making financial education accessible to all,” it said.

Meanwhile, Mak said it is FWD Insurance’s vision to change the way people feel about insurance and to shape children’s mindsets toward planning for their financial future.

“We are committed to equipping primary and secondary school students with essential financial literacy skills that will stay with them throughout their lives,” he said.

Mak also mentioned that investing in these digital smartboards is not merely about providing tools, as it reflects a commitment to the nation's long-term financial stability through improved literacy.

“This investment in educational infrastructure supports sustainable learning, ensuring students gain the relevant skills and knowledge needed to make informed financial decisions and effectively manage risks.

“Championing financial literacy for all Malaysians, we empower individuals with the knowledge and tools to secure their financial futures,” he said.

Mak also noted that this initiative reinforces the company’s Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) commitments and plays a vital role in driving Malaysia's economic growth by expanding financial opportunities for young people and fostering a thriving, financially resilient nation.

This initiative is part of FWD Insurance’s larger, ongoing commitment to enhancing financial awareness across all age groups to build a financially secure Malaysia.

In 2024, FWD Insurance launched several key projects, namely 'Know Your Money' with Bank Simpanan Nasional (BSN), the 'JA SparktheDream' programme with JAMalaysia, and 'Fun(d) for Uni Life' with Arus Academy.

These initiatives, along with the digital smartboard sponsorship project, reiterate FWD's belief in preparing the next generation of Malaysian youth by fostering responsible financial habits from a young age. 

-- BERNAMA