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Daily Tribune
04-06-2025
- Business
- Daily Tribune
Teens Get Takeoff
TDT | Manama Bahraini high school students are set to gain handson exposure to artificial intelligence and financial education at 'THE TAKEOFF' exhibition later this month, as part of a new youth-focused initiative by the AlMabarrah AlKhalifia Foundation (MKF). The exhibition, scheduled for June 28th, will be held under the patronage of Her Highness Shaikha Zain bint Khalid bin Abdulla Al Khalifa, Chairperson of MKF's Board of Trustees, and aims to equip students aged 16 to 18 with the skills and confidence to navigate today's fast-changing job market. MKF has signed memorandums of understanding with Education Zone and Mubasher Capital, bringing together academic aptitude mapping through AI and practical insights into investment principles. The event will feature interactive sessions, including AI-driven assessments to help teens identify their academic strengths and personalised career paths. Mean while, Mubas her Capital will offer foundational workshops on finance and trading, designed to introduce participants to the workings of capital markets in a language young people can grasp. Empowering Future Leaders 'At MKF, we strive to curate educational experiences that inspire innovation and leadership among young people,' said Her Highness Shaikha Zain. 'These partnerships represent a meaningful step toward equipping students with the resources and guidance necessary to shape their future with clarity and confidence.' Rather than being a conventional university fair, 'THE TAKEOFF' blends career guidance, academic planning, and skill-building into one immersive event. It reflects a wider shift in Bahrain's youth development strategy towards early preparation, leadership cultivation, and public-private collaboration. For more details about 'THE TAKEOFF', readers can visit or contact MKF directly
Biz Bahrain
03-06-2025
- Business
- Biz Bahrain
AlMabarrah AlKhalifia announces strategic partnerships to empower students at THE TAKEOFF exhibition
AlMabarrah AlKhalifia Foundation (MKF) has announced a series of strategic partnerships with prominent academic and financial institutions in Bahrain as part of its preparations for the upcoming 'THE TAKEOFF' university and career exhibition. Scheduled to take place on 28th June 2025 at the Foundation's headquarters, the event will be held under the patronage of Her Highness Shaikha Zain bint Khalid bin Abdulla Al Khalifa, Chairperson of the AlMabarrah AlKhalifia Foundation's Board of Trustees. MKF has signed Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) with the Education Zone, and Mubasher Capital. These agreements underscore a shared commitment to delivering comprehensive and forward-thinking learning experiences to high school students aged 16 to 18. 'THE TAKEOFF' exhibition has been designed as an immersive platform combining career counseling, academic advising, and skill-building opportunities, all geared toward equipping the youth with the capabilities needed to progress professionally in today's dynamic job market. Commenting on the occasion, Her Highness Shaikha Zain bint Khalid bin Abdulla Al Khalifa, Chairperson of the Board of Trustees of the AlMabarrah AlKhalifia Foundation stated, 'At MKF, we strive to curate educational experiences that inspire innovation and leadership among young people. These partnerships represent a meaningful step toward equipping students with the resources and guidance necessary to shape their future with clarity and confidence, while fostering a generation ready to play an active role in the advancement of our nation.' The exhibition will feature a range of specialized sessions delivered by representatives from partner organizations. Education Zone will conduct AI-driven assessments to help students identify their strengths and potential academic paths. Meanwhile, Mubasher Capital will lead introductory sessions on finance and trading, allowing participants to develop a foundational understanding of investment principles and capital markets. For more details about 'THE TAKEOFF' exhibition or any of AlMabarrah AlKhalifia Foundation's youth-focused programs, please call 17499909, email [email protected], visit or follow the MKF's social media channels.
Trade Arabia
02-06-2025
- Business
- Trade Arabia
MKF seals strategic partnerships for Takeoff career expo
AlMabarrah AlKhalifia Foundation (MKF) has announced a series of strategic partnerships with prominent academic and financial institutions in Bahrain as part of its preparations for 'The Takeoff' university and career expo in Manama. Scheduled to take place on June 28 at the Foundation's headquarters, The Takeoff exhibition has been designed as an immersive platform combining career counseling, academic advising, and skill-building opportunities, all geared toward equipping the youth with the capabilities needed to progress professionally in today's dynamic job market. It will be held under the patronage of Shaikha Zain bint Khalid bin Abdulla Al Khalifa, Chairperson of the AlMabarrah AlKhalifia Foundation's Board of Trustees. As part of its preparations, MKF has signed agreements with the Education Zone, and Mubasher Capital. These agreements underscore a shared commitment to delivering comprehensive and forward-thinking learning experiences to high school students aged 16 to 18. Commenting on the occasion, Shaikha Zain said: "At MKF, we strive to curate educational experiences that inspire innovation and leadership among young people. These partnerships represent a meaningful step toward equipping students with the resources and guidance necessary to shape their future with clarity and confidence, while fostering a generation ready to play an active role in the advancement of our nation." The exhibition will feature a range of specialised sessions delivered by representatives from partner organizations.
Biz Bahrain
31-05-2025
- Business
- Biz Bahrain
AlMabarrah AlKhalifia Foundation Announces National Bank of Bahrain as Sponsor of 'Watheq' University Preparatory Program and 'The Takeoff' Career Exhibition
AlMabarrah AlKhalifia Foundation (MKF) has announced the National Bank of Bahrain (NBB) as the official sponsor of both the 'Watheq' university preparatory program organized from 14th July to 20th August 2025 and 'The Takeoff' career exhibition, which is set to take place on 28th June 2025 at the Foundation's new headquarters in Riffa. Held as a one-day event, 'The Takeoff' exhibition marks its debut this year. It will bring together a group of local and international universities and feature interactive career stations that will allow students to experience various academic and professional disciplines through practical and mentoring activities. The exhibition will also include an AI-powered personalized assessment that will help students explore university majors that align with their skills, interests, and aspirations, enabling them to make well-informed decisions about their academic and career journeys. The Takeoff exhibition is being organized in collaboration with several leading educational institutions in the Kingdom, including the American University of Bahrain, European University, Bahrain University of Technology, Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland – Bahrain, British University of Bahrain, Bahrain Institute of Banking and Finance, University of Bahrain, and Ahlia University. Meanwhile, the 'Watheq' program aims to empower Bahraini youth with practical capabilities and competencies essential to their professional and academic success. As part of its sponsorship, NBB will also financially support the participation of 120 high school students in The Takeoff exhibition, giving them direct access to university guidance and career exploration opportunities. Commenting on the partnership, Her Highness Shaikha Zain bint Khalid Al Khalifa, Chairperson of the Board of Directors at AlMabarrah AlKhalifia Foundation expressed her appreciation for NBB's continue support of the Watheq program. She commended the sponsorship's crucial role in achieving MKF's goals of equipping Bahraini youth with the capabilities they need to succeed through targeted initiatives focused on education, career guidance, and skills development. Her Highness highlighted MKF's keenness to expand this partnership further and maximize the positive impact of the Foundation's endeavors. Commenting on the sponsorship, Hisham Abu Alfateh, Chief Corporate Communications Officer of NBB said, 'We remain dedicated to empowering Bahrain's youth and supporting projects that prepare them academically and professionally. Our collaboration with MKF reflects our shared vision of investing in the potential of promising young Bahrainis. Through our sponsorship of the Watheq program and The Takeoff exhibition, we reaffirm our belief in the important part that youth play in cultivating a brighter future for the Bahraini job market.'
Daily Tribune
30-05-2025
- Business
- Daily Tribune
NBB sponsors MKF youth education initiatives
AlMabarrah AlKhalifia Foundation (MKF) has announced the National Bank of Bahrain (NBB) as the official sponsor of both the 'Watheq' university preparatory program organized from 14th July to 20th August and 'The Takeoff' career exhibition, which is set to take place on 28th June at the Foundation's new headquarters in Riffa. Held as a one-day event, 'The Takeoff' exhibition marks its debut this year. It will bring together a group of local and international universities and feature interactive career stations that will allow students to experience various academic and professional disciplines through practical and mentoring activities. The exhibition will also include an AI-powered personalized assessment that will help students explore university majors that align with their skills, interests, and aspirations, enabling them to make well-informed decisions about their academic and career journeys. The Takeoff exhibition is being organized in collaboration with several leading educational institutions in the Kingdom, including the American University of Bahrain, European University, Bahrain University of Technology, Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland - Bahrain, British University of Bahrain, Bahrain Institute of Banking and Finance, University of Bahrain, and Ahlia University. Meanwhile, the 'Watheq' program aims to empower Bahraini youth with practical capabilities and competencies essential to their professional and academic success. As part of its sponsorship, NBB will also financially support the participation of 120 high school students in The Takeoff exhibition, giving them direct access to university guidance and career exploration opportunities. Commenting on the partnership, Shaikha Zain bint Khalid Al Khalifa, Chairperson of the Board of Directors at AlMabarrah AlKhalifia Foundation expressed her appreciation for NBB's continue support of the Watheq program. She commended the sponsorship's crucial role in achieving MKF's goals of equipping Bahraini youth with the capabilities they need to succeed through targeted initiatives focused on education, career guidance, and skills development. Her Highness highlighted MKF's keenness to expand this partnership further and maximize the positive impact of the Foundation's endeavors. Commenting on the sponsorship, Hisham Abu Alfateh, Chief Corporate Communications Officer of NBB said, 'We remain dedicated to empowering Bahrain's youth and supporting projects that prepare them academically and professionally. Our collaboration with MKF reflects our shared vision of investing in the potential of promising young Bahrainis. Through our sponsorship of the Watheq program and The Takeoff exhibition, we reaffirm our belief in the important part that youth play in cultivating a brighter future for the Bahraini job market.
