FinLit4Kids is a programme that aims to teach financial literacy to our children and youth in the jamat. Created by The Aga Khan Economic Planning Board (AKEPB), in collaboration with City Pay it Forward, a UK charity, the FinLit4Kids programme is designed to raise awareness about the importance of finance and make learning about money fun. Our vision is to inspire a generation of financially savvy, secure and resilient murids.

The FinLit4Kids programme, in partnership with ITREB, will be delivered in Baitul Ilms across the UK by trained facilitators. Two 45 minute-sessions are delivered each academic year for all classes from Nursery and Pre Primary to Secondary 1 and 2.

The base curriculum has been created by experts in their field with enhancements made by the AKEPB team. Topics include budgeting, savings, understanding needs vs wants, introducing debt, how banks work and much more. The programme is delivered through fun interactive learning styles, such as games, puzzles and real life role playing.


The current roll out plan:

• June 2024 - Leicester and North London Baitul Ilms (90 students)
• November 2024 - Birmingham and South London Baitul Ilms

We hope to cover all Baitul Ilms across the UK and will continue adding new dates as move forward.


In order to successfully deliver this programme, we need your help.

Please sign up as facilitators and spread the word among family and friends. This is a unique opportunity to make an impact on the development of our youth. We strongly encourage parents and multi-faith family members to apply.


How to become a facilitator?

If you’re 18+ and have an interest in youth development, financial literacy and making an impact, please email us at [email protected] with the following information:
• Your full name
• Phone number
• Local Jamatkhana

We welcome all backgrounds, professions and abilities - no prior financial experience is required. Training and support will be offered to everyone who applies.

If you're interested, please email us at [email protected] 


Information session for Parents and Baitul ilms

We recently held an information session for parents, teachers, facilitators and others. You can access the content below. 

Download the slides
Watch the video


Contact us

FinLit4Kids is brought to you by AKEPB and ITREB. You can reach the team at [email protected].