Cyprus is taking part in Global Money Week 2026, the annual Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD)-backed initiative aimed at helping children and young people build stronger financial literacy, with this year’s campaign running from March 16 to 22. 

In a statement, the Central Bank of Cyprus (CBC) said it is once again coordinating the campaign at national level, in cooperation with the education ministry, the finance ministry, the Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC), as well as other institutional bodies, academic organisations, non-governmental groups and professional associations. 

According to the CBC, the initiative is designed to help young people develop the knowledge, skills and attitudes needed to make informed and responsible financial decisions, while laying the groundwork for their future financial well-being. 

This year’s campaign encourages children and young people to speak more openly about money, exchange experiences, seek reliable information and ask the right questions, so they can manage their finances more effectively. 

Under the theme ‘Talking, Asking and Deciding Smartly about our Money’, also presented as ‘Smart Money Talks’, the 2026 edition aims to challenge the idea that personal finance is a difficult or taboo subject. 

The CBC said many young people are reluctant to seek advice or raise questions about financial matters, often because they are unsure where to turn. 

It added that financial literacy is a key condition for helping young people build confidence, develop healthy financial habits, avoid risks and shape a path towards long-term financial balance and prosperity. 

As part of this year’s campaign, participating bodies will organise information drives, educational screenings, presentations, visits and discussions with young people, workshops, seminars, conferences, the distribution of informational material, and the screening of educational videos focused on financial literacy. 

In addition, the programme includes open seminars and lectures for the public, a national competition to select the team that will represent Cyprus at the 2026 International Economic Olympiad. 

It also features a podcast, the publication of training guides, and a knowledge quiz aimed at raising awareness of the benefits of financial literacy for individuals, families and society.