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Empowering the Future: Financial Literacy Programs for Children in Japan

MetLife Life Insurance Co., led by Chairman and CEO Dirk Osteen, is on a mission to empower children across Japan with the vital skills of financial literacy through its employee volunteer program, "Important Money Talks." This initiative has been launched at various locations including "Children’s Third Spaces," a national project initiated by the Nippon Foundation, aimed at providing a supportive environment for children to learn essential life skills.

In 2025, MetLife successfully conducted workshops for elementary school students in seven regions, such as Miyagi, Tokyo, Chiba, Hiroshima, and Fukuoka. Over 1,000 students have benefitted from financial education, which not only teaches them about money management but also encourages behavioral change and awareness about the importance of finances. The enthusiastic response from parents and educators highlights the program's effectiveness.

The background of this initiative stems from the pressing issues of educational disparity and lack of financial literacy among Japanese children, which can severely impact their future choices. Acknowledging that these challenges are societal issues, MetLife has been collaborating with the Nippon Foundation since 2021 to deliver hands-on financial workshops to children, utilizing original educational materials that engage young minds in meaningful discussions about money.

The program includes a variety of activities, such as workshops for elementary students, experiential insurance work opportunities for 146 children in Kobe, and financial education sessions for middle and high schoolers, engaging over 1,230 participants nationwide. The involvement of 56 employee volunteers further underscores MetLife's commitment to community engagement.

To further support this cause, MetLife has partnered with the FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund. This collaboration focuses on providing children worldwide with access to quality education and opportunities to participate in sports, thereby narrowing the education gap. As a key partner, MetLife is dedicated to helping children encounter diverse values and social issues, enabling them to soar into a brighter future.

For more information about the FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund and grant applications, visit their website.

Additionally, details about MetLife Japan can be found on their official website, featuring user-friendly navigation to access relevant information easily.

About MetLife

MetLife stands as one of the leading life insurance groups globally, providing insurance, pensions, employee benefits, and asset management services through subsidiaries and affiliates. Since its establishment in 1868, MetLife has grown its operations across more than 40 markets and has secured a leadership position in regions including the US, Asia, Latin America, Europe, and the Middle East.

About MetLife Japan

As the first foreign life insurance company in Japan, MetLife Japan began operations in 1973. Now operating as the Japanese arm of the MetLife global group, it continues to support customers in choosing optimal coverage. Through various sales channels, MetLife Japan offers innovative products that address a wide range of risks for both individual and corporate clients.