Empowering Financial Literacy in Emerging Economies through Innovation in Community Relations
Hong Kong, June 12, 2024 — QNET, a global leader in wellness and lifestyle-focused direct selling, is proud to announce that its FinGreen programme has achieved another milestone by winning the Silver Award for Innovation in Community Relations category at the 11th Asia-Pacific Stevie® Awards. This prestigious recognition highlights QNET’s commitment to empowering individuals in emerging economies through financial education, aligning with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDGs) and the Addis Ababa Action Agenda.
Marie Chandravali Fulgencio, Head of Impact Projects for QNET, expressed her gratitude on receiving the award, stating, “The award underscores QNET’s commitment to improving the lives of individuals and communities worldwide and is a testament to the impact and effectiveness of our signature award-winning financial literacy programme all over the world. It is a testament to QNET’s commitment in improving lives and touching a billion hearts.”
The Asia-Pacific Stevie® Awards recognize innovative achievements in the business world across the Asia-Pacific region.
FinGreen: Championing Financial Literacy
Launched in 2022, FinGreen is QNET’s signature financial literacy programme designed to uplift communities by providing the necessary tools and knowledge for them to succeed. In its first phase, the programme has already benefitted nearly 3,000 women and youth across Nigeria, Ghana, and Türkiye. Centred on the pillars of Assess, Train, and Advocate, FinGreen collaborates with local experts to create tailored education strategies, offers specialized training to marginalized groups, and promotes sustainability by fostering financial responsibility and community involvement.
Transforming Lives through Economic Empowerment
FinGreen transforms lives by fostering economic empowerment and sustainability, aiming for a future where these goals are intertwined for a more inclusive world. The programme’s impact is evident in the success stories of its beneficiaries, who have gained the confidence and skills to manage their finances and build a better future for themselves and their communities.
Real Stories, Real Impact
Olaniyi Shalom Anuoluwapo, a 20-year-old student from Nigeria, shares, “The FinGreen program has impacted me in several ways. Firstly, is the ability to spend money wisely and save at the expense of your income. Through some activities, I have come to understand that not all opportunities should be embraced. Rather, one must be productive based on identified opportunities.”
Hatice Guzel, a 39-year-old homemaker from Türkiye, reflects, “The FinGreen training helped me recognize some things I was ignoring in my life and caused me to see clearly. In the training, we talked about the power of women. A woman puts in a lot of effort and produces a lot, but it is never seen. This training empowered me to become assertive.”
Looking Ahead
QNET plans to expand the FinGreen programme to more regions, continuing its mission to empower individuals through financial education. By aligning with global sustainability goals, QNET is not only fostering economic growth but also contributing to the creation of resilient and self-sufficient communities.
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ABOUT QNET
QNET, a global lifestyle and wellness company, uses a direct selling business model to promote unique products that enable people to take charge of their health, well-being, and lifestyle.
Since 1998, QNET’s innovative products and e-commerce-driven business model have helped build a global community of satisfied customers and microentrepreneurs, who are driven by the mission of RYTHM – Raise Yourself To Help Mankind. Popular product brands offered by QNET include the Bernhard H. Mayer range of luxury watches and jewellery, HomePure range of home care products, the Amezcua wellness range, Physio Radiance personal care range, and QVI branded holiday packages.
QNET proudly exemplifies high industry standards and is a member of numerous Direct Selling Associations worldwide. Its active engagement in several global sports sponsorships including in its role as the official direct selling partner of the Manchester City Football Club (MCFC) and the Confederation of African Football (CAF), highlights the company’s commitment to excellence.
