Kuwait " 5 April 2010: Gulf Bank, under the Patronage of Professor, Dr. Moudhi Al Humoud, Minister of Education and Higher Education has announced that it will be the exclusive sponsor of the Ninth Educational Forum, "A Damaged Country or a Creative Pen." The three-day Forum, which aims at raising awareness on the abuse and damage of school property, will take place from April 5-8, 2010, at Asma"a Bint Yazeed Al-Ansariyyah School's Theater.

During the Forum participants will be engaged in seminars and workshops that will communicate the importance of protecting schools and educational facilities from damage. Professionals and researchers will discuss ethics, as well as manners, which may lead to aggressive behavior, physiological issues and the importance of understanding art to counteract negative behavior. The Forum will further address how to improve and develop the artistic talents and skills of young people.

Gulf Bank constantly strives to bring positive change across various sectors in society. The Bank's approach to Corporate Social Responsibility begins with a fundamental principle; that, as a Kuwaiti company, its values, conduct and policies should be aligned with the needs and interests of the Kuwaiti society and with those of the people who rely on the Bank.