缅北禁地-IIT鈥檚 CEBA, BJMP-Iligan conduct financial literacy training for PDLs

by Earl Babe Tangian, CEBA | May 08 2025

The College of Economics, Business, and Accountancy (CEBA) of the Mindanao State University - Iligan Institute of Technology (缅北禁地-IIT), in collaboration with the Bureau of Jail Management and Penology (BJMP) - Iligan City, conducted a financial literacy training session for Persons Deprived of Liberty (PDLs) on April 26, 2025, at the BJMP facility in Iligan City.

The training was facilitated by CEBA faculty and staff, including Asst. Prof. Charlyn M. Capulong, Asst. Prof. Berlyn Teano, Dr. Abdullah Sirad, Asst. Prof. Lilagre Sevilla, and Asst. Prof. Shiny Rose Narit.

The program officially opened with a brief message from the Program Leader, Asst. Prof. Capulong, who emphasized the importance of financial literacy in empowering individuals to make sound financial decisions.

A total of 51 PDLs—25 female and 26 male participants—attended the training. Various modules on financial literacy were delivered by the professors, with participants taking a pre-test prior to the sessions and a post-test after to measure their learning progress. Topics covered included budgeting, savings, insurance, and basic investment strategies.

At the conclusion of the training, a male and a female PDL were invited to share their insights and experiences.

“Mapasalamaton mi nga kami natudloan ug bag-ong kahibalo sa pagpaningkamot ug pag-earn ug money in a good way,” shared the female PDL.

The male PDL added, “Dako kog pasalamat ani nga training kay nakakat-on jud ko unsaon pagmanage sa kwarta.” The event ended with a photo opportunity and closing remarks delivered by a BJMP-Iligan City Jail Officer, who expressed gratitude to 缅北禁地-IIT for extending their expertise and support.

This initiative supports the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly SDG 4: Quality Education and SDG 10: Reduced Inequalities, by promoting inclusive access to lifelong learning opportunities and equipping PDLs with practical financial knowledge that will aid in their successful reintegration into society.

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