National Bank of Kuwait Sponsors Sixth Edition of 'My School' Exhibition

In line with its steadfast commitment to supporting and empowering youth to build their academic and professional futures, National Bank of Kuwait (NBK) is sponsoring the sixth edition of the “Derasati” (My Studies) exhibition, which opened yesterday (Monday) under the patronage of His Excellency Minister of Education Eng. Syed Jalal Al-Tabtabaee, at the Kuwait International Fairground in Mishref. The event features wide participation from local and international universities and educational institutions, with activities running until November 12.

NBK CEO, Mr. Salah Al-Faleh, attended the opening ceremony of the exhibition, which ranks among Kuwait’s most prominent educational events. It attracts thousands of students, parents, and education enthusiasts annually, providing a comprehensive platform to explore educational opportunities and available majors both within Kuwait and abroad.

The “Derasati” exhibition brings together a large number of universities, colleges, and educational institutions under one roof, enabling high school students and their parents to directly learn about various academic programs, compare majors and admission requirements, understand registration procedures, and engage in direct dialogue with representatives of participating educational institutions. This helps them make more informed decisions regarding their future academic paths.

The sixth edition of the exhibition holds special significance as it takes place within the framework of the Kuwait Youth and Sports Season. It also aims to set a Guinness World Record for the largest gathering of students at a single educational exhibition, reflecting Kuwait’s status as a regional hub for educational and youth events and strengthening its presence on the global stage.

NBK is participating with a main pavilion that welcomes visitors throughout the four-day event. A team of bank employees will be on hand to answer students’ and parents’ inquiries and introduce NBK’s banking services and solutions tailored for youth, addressing their needs across various educational stages and enhancing their financial awareness at the beginning of their academic journeys.

This participation aligns with NBK’s ongoing commitment to supporting educational and youth initiatives that contribute to preparing a generation capable of making confident and informed academic and professional decisions. The bank is driven by the conviction that empowering youth begins with providing knowledge and enabling opportunities that help them shape their futures and choose paths that align with their abilities and aspirations.

In this context, the bank places great emphasis on guiding students toward future-oriented majors and skills required by the modern economy, particularly amid rapid transformations in the global labor market. This approach enhances their readiness for competition and innovation, enabling them to achieve success in a dynamic work environment.

Stemming from its national and social responsibility, NBK affirms that its support for youth extends beyond providing banking services to include contributing to capacity building and fostering a culture of future planning. This contributes to developing qualified national cadres capable of effectively contributing to Kuwait’s economic and social development.

Through its support for educational and youth initiatives, NBK continues to reinforce its role in investing in human capital, firmly believing that youth are the cornerstone of Kuwait’s future and the primary drivers of its development and prosperity.

Reaffirming its role in supporting and financially empowering students, Wio Bank, Kuwait’s first digital bank, announced its active participation in the sixth edition of the “Derasati” (My Studies) exhibition, one of the most prominent educational events in Kuwait. The event brings together universities and colleges under one roof, providing high school students and their parents with the opportunity to directly explore various academic programs, compare admission requirements, registration procedures, and scholarships, thereby helping them make informed decisions about their academic and professional futures.

This year’s edition is part of the Kuwait Youth and Sports Season and aims to set a Guinness World Record for the largest gathering of students at a single educational exhibition, a move designed to highlight Kuwait’s global standing and reinforce its role in supporting educational and youth initiatives.

Wio Bank’s participation reflects its ongoing commitment to supporting Kuwaiti youth at the beginning of their academic and financial journeys, and its belief in the importance of providing tools and services that help them achieve their educational goals and prepare for promising professional futures.

Through its dedicated booth at the exhibition, Wio Bank highlights its integrated digital banking ecosystem, which allows students to open bank accounts easily and within minutes via the app, without the need to visit any branch. It also introduces visitors to the benefits of its digital services, including fast and secure local and international money transfers, and full account management via mobile phone.

The bank also focuses on raising awareness about the SELECT digital prepaid card, specifically designed for student reward customers. Students can transfer their scholarships to their Wio accounts and benefit from a wide range of exclusive perks, including cashback offers and discounts at numerous stores, restaurants, cafes, gas stations, and telecom services, tailored to their needs and lifestyles.

This participation aligns with Wio Bank’s goal of facilitating bank account openings for students and enhancing their use of student reward services, while also educating them on the importance of sound financial management from the early stages of their university life.

Through its interactive booth, Wio Bank strives to provide visitors with a rich experience through a series of activities and events that encourage students to explore available educational opportunities, keep pace with digital transformation, and discover majors in high demand in the job market. It also aims to create an environment that blends knowledge and interaction, making the journey of planning for an academic future both inspiring and enjoyable for students and their parents.

Wio Bank emphasizes that investing in youth education and financial empowerment constitutes a direct investment in Kuwait’s future, based on its conviction that young people are the leaders of tomorrow and agents of change, and that supporting them at the start of their educational journey lays the foundation for building a more prosperous and sustainable society.