Indonesia’s Financial Services Authority (OJK) ran a financial education and literacy programme for students at SMA Taruna Nusantara in Magelang, promoting early adoption of prudent financial management and responsible use of financial products and services. The session also highlighted that wider access to digital finance brings risks, including scams and illegal financial activity, requiring greater vigilance. The programme featured remarks from OJK Executive Head for Supervision of Financial Services Business Conduct Friderica Widyasari Dewi, who framed financial literacy as a foundation for responsible decision-making and encouraged students to act as financial literacy ambassadors. Activities included a symbolic inauguration of student ambassadors and a talk show on financial planning, saving and safe investing, and recognising common fraud schemes, with speakers from the Indonesia Stock Exchange’s Yogyakarta regional office, Bank Negara Indonesia, and Pegadaian; around 900 students and teachers attended in person. OJK indicated it will continue expanding financial literacy and inclusion programmes across segments of society, including students.
OJK 2026-01-06
Financial Services Authority delivers financial literacy education at SMA Taruna Nusantara and appoints student ambassadors
Indonesia’s Financial Services Authority (OJK) conducted a financial education programme at SMA Taruna Nusantara, emphasizing prudent financial management and the risks of digital finance. The event included a talk show and inauguration of student ambassadors, with participation from the Indonesia Stock Exchange, Bank Negara Indonesia, and Pegadaian.