KUWAIT CITY, May 18: As part of its unwavering dedication to employee empowerment, gender equity, and sustainable ‎development, Burgan Bank recently participated in a forum celebrating Kuwait Women’s Day. ‎Representing the Bank at the event, titled “Strategies to Empower Kuwaiti Women in ‎Accordance with the Fifth Goal of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDG 5)” and held under ‎the patronage and in the presence of H.E. Dr. Amthal Al-Huwailah, Minister of Social Affairs, ‎Family and Childhood Affairs, was Ms. Danah Faisal Al Jasem – General Manager of Corporate ‎Communications and a group of female leaders at Burgan Bank. Al Jasem took part in a focused ‎session along side distinguished female figures to discuss the private sector’s role in empowering ‎women, while exploring strategies to help women over come challenges and barriers in the ‎workplace.‎

Reflecting on her participation in the forum, Al Jasem said: “It was a privilege to join a dialogue ‎that reflects the growing momentum around women empowerment in Kuwait, and to contribute ‎to a conversation that aligns so closely with Burgan Bank’s core values and Kuwait’s Vision ‎‎2035.”‎

She also highlighted Burgan’s ongoing commitment to gender equity and employee ‎empowerment, saying: “At Burgan Bank, fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace ‎is not just a moral imperative but also a strategic necessity for long-term success. Driven by our ‎overall ESG strategy, we believe that true equity provides a work environment with equal ‎opportunities and adheres to fulfilling the employees’ needs. Accordingly, Burgan Bank actively ‎supports women in the workplace by expanding opportunities for skill development, career ‎advancement, and financial independence, empowering them to grow on a personal level, ‎support their families, and positively impact the wider economy. This commitment is reflectedin ‎equal benefits for women and men, flexible working hours, work-life balance initiatives, and ‎additional self-care leave.”‎

Ms. AlJasem also underscored the importance of translating strategy into measurable progress, ‎highlighting Burgan’s achievements in female representation and inclusive workplace practices, ‎noting: “We view female empowerment as a collaborative effort, shaped by contribution from ‎relevant stakeholders. Within the workplace, we are committed to fostering an environment ‎where women have equal opportunities to thrive and lead. Across society, we actively support ‎initiatives that promote gender equality and provide women with the resources and support they ‎need to overcome barriers and achieve their full potential. Women currently represent46% of the ‎Bank’s employeesand 34% of leadership positions, making Burgan Bank a leading financial ‎institution in the local Kuwaiti market. Our current position aligns with the national vision for ‎boosting female representation in public and private sectors.”‎

It is worth mentioning that Burgan Bank continues to invest in initiatives that support the growth ‎of female employees at all levels. In 2024, employees received an average of 33 hours of ‎training, delivered through both digital and in-person platforms. Programs like Empower Her and ‎Lean-In Circle for Women Empowerment provide dedicated mentorship, professional skills, and ‎networking opportunities to help women work toward their goals. Burgan Bank remains ‎committed to enabling more women to pursue leadership positions and guide younger ‎generations of women professionals to follow their lead. ‎