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The fact that financial services and products have a common tendency to cater to males was not overlooked in the presentation. UNIC was firmly committed to promoting the importance of including women in financial sector activities, not only to bolster national economic growth but to invoke a concept of greater social equality and deepen economic freedoms that can serve to dispel the clasp of limiting traditional roles that women often adhere to in societies.

The presentation scored as well-received. Students could be seen shaking their heads in agreement with presentational content; and when it came to the question and answer period, curious and overtly prudent minds inquired over key terms like employer 401k plans and over-drafting features.

It is the aim of the UN to ensure everyone in the world has knowledge of and access to banking and financial services. Through its promotion, UN Namibia edges itself nearer to this objective, whilst harnessing the spirit of the 2030 Sustainable Development Goals that lend such projects defined targets and purposeful orientation.