OpenAcademy, a Malaysian ed-tech platform, has launched “Duit Yourself”, a financial literacy education series, in partnership with the Financial Education Network (FEN), a national platform established by Bank Negara Malaysia, and joined by key members including the Malaysian Financial Planning Council (MFPC) and the Financial Planning Association of Malaysia (FPAM). The initiative will help young Malaysians better understand, manage, and grow their money through engaging, expert-led lessons.
Following Belanjawan 2026, the launch aligns with Malaysia’s ongoing efforts to strengthen financial literacy and resilience, particularly among its youth. Hosted on the OpenAcademy app, the free “Duit Yourself” series, developed in collaboration with FEN’s network of planners and educators, features 11 practical lessons covering key money topics such as understanding payslips, EPF and SOCSO, budgeting, debt management, saving, investing, and long-term financial planning.
Designed by professionals who work directly with Malaysians, the content provides accurate, real-world insights to help users make informed financial decisions at every stage of life.
The free series will be rolled out digitally through the OpenAcademy platform, complemented by social media content in collaboration with education partners. It aims to empower students, young professionals managing their income, adults planning for the future, and anyone looking to take charge of their personal finances nationwide.
“Financial literacy is about feeling confident in making everyday financial decisions and not necessarily just about knowing where your money goes and how you spend it. Through the “Duit Yourself” series, we worked together with FEN and leading financial experts to develop content that’s engaging, trustworthy, and freely accessible to everyone,” shared Celine Ting, Co-founder and Managing Director of OpenAcademy.
Sparking a national conversation on financial literacy
The launch event also featured a thought-provoking panel session titled “Are Malaysians Financially Literate?”, moderated by Daryll Tan, Co-founder of OpenMinds and OpenAcademy. Panellists included Kevin Neoh, Licensed Financial Planner and Certified Financial Coach; Anuar bin Shuib, CEO of VKA Islamic Wealth Management and Fellow of the Malaysian Financial Planning Council (MFPC); and Daniela Strîmbei, Executive Director of SOLS Foundation.
The discussion explored Malaysia’s financial literacy landscape, the importance of early financial education, and how stronger collaboration between the public and private sectors can help close existing knowledge gaps.
Building on that, panellists delved into the real state of financial literacy among Malaysian youths, exploring why financial illiteracy persists despite growing awareness, and what it means for the nation if behaviour and systems remain unchanged. They examined topics such as the influence of social media on financial understanding, the evolving meaning of financial literacy in the gig economy, and whether traditional measures of literacy still reflect today’s realities.
The conversation also touched on how cultural mindsets, systemic barriers, and misinformation continue to shape Malaysians’ financial habits and what small, actionable steps that communities, institutions, and policymakers can take to drive real behavioural change.
Beyond financial literacy, OpenAcademy is also driving a broader impact through its “Teach to Thrive” campaign, a movement aimed at bridging the education gap and empowering underserved communities through practical learning. Built on the belief that education is the key to unlocking opportunities, the campaign focuses on equipping individuals with real-world skills and knowledge to help them build better lives and take charge of their future.
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