Gulf Bank successfully wraps up six training programs in partnership with INJAZ Kuwait

 

 

• Lujain Al-Qenaei: Gulf Bank is keen to support the next generation of young entrepreneurs
• Laila Al Mutairi: INJAZ Kuwait’s partnership with Gulf Bank is truly extraordinary

 

As part of Gulf Bank’s ongoing commitment to social responsibility and as part of its partnership with INJAZ Kuwait, a total of 328 male and female high school and university students took part in six various training programs in 2021. In addition, 36 volunteers from the Bank participated in INJAZ Kuwait’s various activities.

 

A total of 36 Gulf Bank volunteers participated in the programs offered by INJAZ Kuwait last year, including: “Innovation Camp,” “My Money and My Future,” “Professional Success,” “Head Start,” “Field Visits” and “The Company Program.”

 

The Manager of Corporate Communications at Gulf Bank, Lujain Al-Qenaei, expressed her pride in Gulf Bank’s partnership with INJAZ Kuwait, a partnership which has extended for over 16 years, and serves to support the next generation of young entrepreneurs, providING them with the skills required by the labor market in light of the rapidly developing economic sector.

 

Al-Qenaei said that Gulf Bank is keen to fulfill its social responsibilities towards local youth, high school, and university students by providing them with the skill sets needed for business, allowing them to explore their interests and professional opportunities, in addition to developing career skills and field training.

 

On her part, the CEO of INJAZ Kuwait, Laila Al Mutairi, said: “One of the main reasons behind INJAZ Kuwait’s success and longevity is the support we receive from private sector institutions, companies and supporting entities. In this light, our strategic partnership with Gulf Bank is truly extraordinary, and is one that has thrived for many years. Gulf Bank is a major supporter of our activities – whether it is by providing volunteers, or by facilitating our training programs for students.”

 

She added: “INJAZ Kuwait has trained more than 100,000 male and female students across various training programs which aim to hone the skills of local youth in three areas: workforce readiness, entrepreneurship, and financial literacy. At INJAZ Kuwait, we are constantly looking for more ways to serve the youth and prepare them with the skill sets they will need to overcome future challenges.”

 

The six programs included the following:

 

Innovation Camp: The program involved 189 high school students and consisted of an exciting one-day workshop that challenged students to find innovative solutions to a real business challenge using creativity, analysis, and teamwork. Students were divided into teams that competed against each other through a range of coach-led educational activities and games. During this activity, students were presented with a business challenge and were tasked with proposing a solution in the form of an action plan; volunteer coaches guided the students throughout the task and encouraged students to start thinking about their professional goals.

 

- Field visits: The program included 34 high school and university students who visited a professional work environment for four hours, during which students explored various career paths. Students learned about the importance of professionalism in obtaining a job, while job shadowing inspired students to acquire skills that will make them essential and valuable additions to any workplace.

 

- My Money and My Future: This program included 43 students from middle school, and aimed to enhance students’ financial literacy and entrepreneurship, promoting money management skills, knowledge of goods and services, and global markets. Through practical experience, students worked on enhancing their financial literacy and entrepreneurship, in addition to learning about how to start a business and make smart money management decisions.

 

- Professional Success: This program included 18 male and female high school students, and aimed to provide students with the tools and skills necessary to find and retain a job, especially in high-growth professional sectors.

 

- Head Start: This workshop was held with the participation of 44 university students, and consisted of interview training, including three interactive, exciting and experiential learning sessions led by volunteer coaches with extensive industry experience.

 

- The Company Program: Gulf Bank sponsored the largest award in INJAZ Kuwait’s “Company Program” competition for the year 2020-2021, while Gulf Bank’s Head of Investment Management, Dalya Al-Qassem, participated as an arbitrator in the (Best Company of the Year) competition.

 

- JAHEZ Career Forum: About 194 male and female university students from the university level participated in the JAHEZ career forum, which showcases local and international community leaders’ work experiences to the local youth, with the aim of educating them on the requirements for the modern day workforce.

 

It is worth noting that INJAZ Kuwait is part of the global network of Junior Achievement worldwide, 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's vision is to be the leading Kuwaiti Bank of the Future. The Bank is constantly engaging and empowering its employees as part of an inclusive and diversified workplace in recognition of every employee’s role in delivering customer excellence and serving the community at large. With its extensive network of branches and innovative digital services, Gulf Bank is able to give its customers the choice of how and where to conduct their banking transactions, all while ensuring a simple and seamless banking experience. Gulf Bank is committed to maintaining a robust sustainability program at the community, economic, and environmental levels through sustainability initiatives that are strategically selected to benefit both the country and the Bank. Gulf Bank supports Kuwait Vision 2035 “New Kuwait” and works with the different relevant parties to achieve it.