More than 500 high school students from the districts of Cevallos to Tisaleo and Ambato in Tungurahua province participated in a financial education seminar organized by the Ministry of Education, Sport and Culture, Zone 3, in partnership with the Quito Stock Exchange.
The seminar, titled “Financial Education in the Capital Market,” included sessions on the significance of financial literacy, how capital markets function, and responsible investment options. A specialist from the Quito Stock Exchange led the training and provided practical tools to help students make informed economic decisions.
Olger Mariño, coordinator for Zone 3, stated: “Financial education is a key tool for the personal and professional development of our young people. These spaces allow them to acquire knowledge that will have a positive impact on their life projects.”
Sebastián Lalaleo, a student at Unidad Educativa Rumiñahui, said: “These meetings help us better understand concepts such as saving, credit and investment, and how to apply them responsibly in our daily lives.”
According to officials, this initiative is part of the government’s ongoing efforts through the Ministry of Education, Sport and Culture to promote comprehensive student development. The goal is to equip students with financial skills that support critical thinking and readiness for current economic challenges.
