Kuwait –20 January 2016:  INJAZ-Kuwait (INJAZ) recently kicked off its 2016 "Superhero" campaign at Gulf Bank to recruit business professionals to volunteer for its programs. INJAZ-Kuwait is a non-profit (NPO), non-governmental organization (NGO) driven by Kuwait's private sector. Through strategic partnerships with Kuwait's business and education sectors, and with the help of qualified and dedicated volunteers, INJAZ delivers both Arabic and English language educational programs on entrepreneurial and leadership skills to build successful careers. Gulf Bank employees from various departments and backgrounds signed up during the kickoff of the "INJAZ Superhero" volunteer drive, making a commitment to mentor and encourage students.

INJAZ's volunteer drive is calling for young professionals with 2 – 15 years of experience to share their knowledge and expertise to affect change in student's lives and be a Superhero in the process. Through the INJAZ Superhero campaign, volunteers will be making an impact in a student's  life and for their efforts they will: be recognized annually on International Volunteers Day; receive a certificate of recognition and receive a thank you letter from INJAZ after completing a program; have a chance to win the 'INJAZ Superhero of the month' title and a chance to win the 'INJAZ Superhero of the year' title; among many other exciting benefits.

Ms. Rana Al-Nibari, INJAZ-Kuwait CEO said: "INJAZ-Kuwait's core values have always revolved around the concept of youth empowerment and developing this core value through the power of partnership. The continuous participation and support of Gulf Bank as partners and the number of volunteers who dedicate their time to mentor students, reaffirms INJAZ's stance in investing in Kuwait's future by educating the country's youth in entrepreneurial and business culture."

Mrs. Al-Hajjaj, General Manager of Human Resources at Gulf Bank, said: "We are proud of our partnership with INJAZ and look forward to supporting their programs in 2016. Gulf Bank has been a long time partner and supporter of INJAZ, and we will continue our investment in youth educational programs. Gulf Bank employees have thoroughly enjoyed being part of these programs, and we encourage other committed professionals to also get involved."

INJAZ's programs run throughout 2016 academic year and there are several ways to be involved. Interested volunteers can contact INJAZ at superhero@injaz-kuwait.org, call 9555-7012, or tag INJAZ on #injazsuperheroes through social media platforms.

INJAZ forms part of the global network of Junior Achievement worldwide.  The programs are designed to narrow social inequities, encourage social engagement, foster creativity and experience, and develop generations of highly skilled individuals.  Board members include: Mr. Omar Kutayba Alghanim, Gulf Bank Chairman and CEO of Alghanim Industries, who is also the Chairman of INJAZ-Kuwait, along with Mrs. Salma Al-Hajjaj, General Manager Human Resources at Gulf Bank, among other notable individuals.

Gulf Bank's corporate social responsibility (CSR) program is committed to educational initiatives that make a sustainable impact with youth and in the community.  To find out more about Gulf Bank's initiatives and programs, visit the Bank's bilingual website at www.e-gulfbank.com or its social media channels.