Gulf Bank Debuts Its First Movember Campaign to Support the Health and Well-being of Its Male Employees

Following the positive outcomes of the Breast Cancer Awareness Month campaign for female employees in October

• Salma Al-Hajjaj: Our employees are our most valuable asset, and we continuously strive to nurture and support them

In line with its ongoing dedication to prioritize the overall well-being of its employees, Gulf Bank debuted its first Movember campaign, building on the success of last October's Breast Cancer Awareness Month. This new initiative, focused on men's health and safety, allowed male employees to undergo initial screenings for prostate cancer over a two-day period. Participants were offered substantial discounts for ultrasound or MRI scans, if required.

This campaign coincided with Movember, a global initiative held annually in November, aimed at raising awareness about the significance of regular screenings to prevent prostate cancer and encouraging men to prioritize their health.

Salma Al-Hajjaj, General Manager of the Human Resources Department, emphasized Gulf Bank's commitment to sustaining a healthy work environment. She stated, "As part of Gulf Bank's sustainability strategy, we remain dedicated to enhancing the well-being of our employees, with a primary focus on preserving their health." Al-Hajjaj highlighted that the Movember campaign, catering to male employees, followed a series of health, awareness, and sports events designed for female employees throughout the month of October. She emphasized, "Our employees are our most valuable asset, and we continuously strive to nurture and support them.”

Al-Hajjaj further mentioned, "These endeavors form integral components of the bank's annual initiatives, demonstrating our pledge to addressing diverse societal issues. This includes prioritizing the welfare of our employees, irrespective of gender, and extending support to individuals with special needs."

She concluded by stressing on Gulf Bank's steadfast dedication to sustainability, exemplified by its pursuit of gender equality, with consistent employment benefits for all, and its rigorous adherence to sustainability standards; not only within the bank, but also extending beyond it. These efforts serve to fortify the bank's influential position in Kuwait's leadership sphere.

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 robust developments in sustainability at environmental, social and governance levels through diverse sustainability initiatives, strategically selected to benefit the Bank both internally and externally. Gulf Bank supports Kuwait Vision 2035 “New Kuwait” and works with various parties to achieve it.