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Al Bawaba
13 hours ago
- Business
- Al Bawaba
Burgan Bank Organizes Field Visit for ‘Academy X' Students at its Headquarters in Collaboration with CODED Academy
As part of Burgan Bank's commitment to social responsibility and its ongoing efforts in fostering and reinforcing sustainability, investing in youth talent, and supporting the education sector in Kuwait, the Bank welcomed a group of 'Academy X' students for a field visit and educational tour at its headquarters, in the presence of CODED Academy representatives, to introduce them to the world of banking and raise their financial and professional part of the tour, students were introduced to the Bank's various departments, the different services and accounts it provides to various customer segments, and the most important digital technologies that align with Burgan Bank's strategy and vision for digital transformation. The tour also highlighted the Bank's available career opportunities, which contributed to motivating the students to join the banking sector, particularly in the technology and information systems this field visit, Burgan Bank reaffirmed its steadfast support for the 'Let's Be Aware' (Diraya) banking awareness campaign by equipping 'Academy X' students with financial education to help them understand their banking rights and avoid fraudulent activities. In addition, this initiative aligned with the Bank's 'Teach Them Young' campaign, which aims to equip students with the most important skills for sound financial planning and early savings for a better on the visit, Ms. Hessa Hussain Al-Najadah, Senior Manager – Corporate and CSR Communications at Burgan Bank, said: 'It was a pleasure to host the 'Academy X' students at our headquarters and witness how engaged they were throughout the whole visit, expressing their interest in the banking sector and happiness with this educational and practical experience. This initiative is part of a series of community programs the Bank is launching to educate and empower the younger generation and raise their financial awareness, which enhances the Bank's role in supporting sustainable development and contributing to building a knowledgeable and qualified generation for the future.'She added: 'This initiative also served as an extension of Burgan's continued support for the 'Let's Be Aware' (Diraya) financial literacy and banking awareness campaign – launched by the Central Bank of Kuwait (CBK) and the Kuwait Banking Association (KBA), with the support of Kuwaiti banks. The visit highlighted vital information about the safe use of online banking, the most common scamming tactics, and how to stay protected against them. It also introduced students to the banking products and services designed to cater to their needs, aspirations, and modern lifestyles.' The 'Academy X' program, the largest initiative for empowering women in technology and entrepreneurship, is part of the strategic partnership between Burgan Bank and CODED Academy, a leading institution driving tech education and innovation in Kuwait. This impactful partnership serves as a significant national model for nurturing female talent and guiding participants toward a thriving digital future. The program aims to introduce participants to (UI/UX) design principles, the latest AI tools, and core entrepreneurial concepts, while also developing their leadership and personal skills. It further encourages female students to launch their own startups through dedicated mentorship programs upon completing the course and promotes the use of AI tools to unlock their creative potential in ways that support Kuwait's transition to a knowledge-based economy.
Arab Times
05-04-2025
- Business
- Arab Times
Burgan Bank Sponsors CODED's Academy X in 2025
KUWAIT CITY, Apr 5: In a new bid to be at the forefront of Kuwait's advancement toward realizing its Vision 2035, Burgan Bank announced its strategic sponsorship of Academy X, the biggest women's empowerment initiative in Kuwait's tech industry, led by CODED Academy with the support of Kuwait University (KU). This sponsorship comes as part of Burgan's yearlong comprehensive social responsibility program, further aligning with its commitment to women's empowerment and embedding the highest standards of environmental, social, and governance (ESG) into its practices and operations. 'Following the great joint success, we achieved with Burgan Lab Academy, we are delighted to renew our partnership with CODED as strategic sponsors of their outstanding women in tech and entrepreneurship empowerment initiative, Academy X, whichechoes our devoted strategy for investing in Kuwait's aspiring talents through innovative learning and development programs,' commented Mr. Bashar Al Qattan, Executive Manager- Learning & Talent Development at Burgan Bank. He added: 'As a business that grows around the market's evolving modern needs, our success relies greatly on leveraging our tech-driven national talents' innovative creativity and problem-solving prowess. Nonetheless, our envisioned success cannot be fully realized until we guarantee a fair opportunity for talents of both genders to lead our technology and digital transformation efforts; a fair opportunity that begins with early access to advanced tech education and training.' On her part, Ms. Fatma Ahmad, Senior Manager – Learning and Development at Burgan Bank, said: 'We believe that holding spaces where women can learn together and inspire one another can have a fundamental long-term impact on the sustainable development of our institution, sector, and why, as part of our Empower Her program, and in compliance with the UN's sustainable development goals (SDGs) and Kuwait's Vision 2035, we strive to continue playing an active role in achieving gender equality and empowering all women and girls in Kuwait through valuable partnerships and forward-looking learning and development initiatives, such as Academy X. Our sponsorship of Academy X also comes as an extensionof Burgan's 'Teach Them Young' initiative for preparing future tech leaders.' Meanwhile, Hashim Behbehani, Co-Founder and Chief Operating Officer at CODED Academy, said: 'We are proud of our partnership with Burgan Bank in supporting Academy X, which represents a true alignment between our mission to empower young women and the Bank's unwavering commitment to supporting women through its initiatives. Burgan's contribution to the program reflects a genuine dedication to creatingmeaningful social impact and opening new development opportunities that support the ambitions of Kuwaiti girls in tech and entrepreneurship. This partnership paves the way for promising career paths in an evolving digital world, and we take pride in working with an organization that places women's empowerment at the heart of its social strategy.' Building on the success of its first edition, Academy X, with the support of Burgan Bank, is preparing to roll out its 2025 round where it continues to inspire and guide young women with an aptitude for IT development and entrepreneurship. The one-year program, which extends for six days per cohort, is set to introduce the 2025 applicants to the principles of successful user interface and user experience design (UI/UX), the latest artificial intelligence (AI) tools, the foundations of entrepreneurship, as well as leadership and soft skills. The program's interactive, hands-on nature guarantees that participants have an opportunity to translate their newly acquired knowledge into individual and group projects that rely on tools such as TelePort, UiZard, Gamma, Adobe Logo Maker, and Adalo. In addition, the program's 2025 edition will also include engaging talks delivered by some of Kuwait's most prominent female leaders in tech innovation and entrepreneurship, for a chance to relay their experiences first-hand to the Academy X participants and give them personalized feedback on their startup ideas and how they present them to the market. As part of its sponsorship, Burgan Bank aims to aid Academy X in achieving its goals of increasing the program registrations from 340+ in 2024 to 500 in 2025, as well as encouraging more students to launch their startups through post-program mentorship and introducing more AI tools to fully utilize participants' innovative and creative energy. It serves to note that, as a certified Great Place to Work, Burgan Bank has a long track record of initiatives and programs dedicated to enabling women in the workplace and preparing young women for a prosperous career in banking and finance. These efforts include, but are not exclusive to, the Lean-In Circle for Women Empowerment program, which explores and addresses women-specific challenges in the workplace; and the Empower Her summer internship program for undergraduate young women wishing to pursue a career in banking.
Arab Times
15-02-2025
- Business
- Arab Times
KFH Extends Strategic Partnership with CODED Academy
KUWAIT CITY, Feb 15: Kuwait Finance House (KFH) continues to demonstrate its leadership and commitment to social responsibility, education, and innovation through its strategic partnership with CODED Academy. This partnership has facilitated the delivery of numerous impactful and innovative programs for youth. KFH's strategic partnership with CODED Academy, established in 2018, has been a key part of the bank's social responsibility initiatives. This collaboration demonstrates KFH's commitment to empowering youth through innovation and technology programs, while also keeping the bank at the forefront of industry advancements. Through a bilateral collaboration, 50 innovative educational programs were developed under the Coded Juniors initiative, reaching over 1,700 children and providing them with insights into coding, programming, and technological innovation. Moreover, kids have gained rich practical coding experience with cutting-edge technological resources, fostering a deep appreciation for science and expanding their horizons for creativity and innovation. This is achieved by promoting knowledge-sharing and critical and creative thinking skills. Additionally, in line with KFH's financial literacy awareness efforts under Diraya Campaign, KFH organized specialized cybersecurity bootcamps in collaboration with CODED Academy. These camps are designed for children and parents, focusing on raising awareness about cyber fraud prevention and best practices for data protection. In collaboration with CODED Academy, KFH remains dedicated to organizing and supporting programs that cater to the interests of the next generation. To foster environmental awareness, KFH incorporated the "Keep It Green" initiative into CODED Academy's programs. This initiative offers participants hands-on training in developing sustainability-focused applications and utilizing recycled materials in workshops. It serves to note that CODED Academy, the Middle East`s first coding academy, is based in Kuwait and offers instruction in fundamental coding languages and technologies using cutting-edge tools and resources.
