Commercial Bank Visits Bilal ibn Rabah Primary School
Kuwait Commercial Bank organized a visit to Bilal ibn Rabah Primary School as part of the 'Ya Zein Our Heritage' campaign to introduce students to Kuwaiti heritage.
Translated by Qiyas from النهار — Original source
The Kuwait Finance House organized a visit to Bilal bin Rabah Boys’ Primary School as part of its heritage campaign “Ya Zeen Turathna” (Our Heritage is Beautiful), which aims to revive authentic Kuwaiti heritage and introduce students to the customs, traditions, and folk games that formed an important part of their fathers’ and grandfathers’ lives. This initiative reflects the bank’s commitment to strengthening national identity and embedding Kuwaiti folk heritage among younger generations.
The visit featured educational videos showcasing aspects of traditional Kuwaiti life, highlighting the customs and traditions prevalent in the past, alongside a series of interactive heritage activities and folk games that allowed students to closely experience the features of old Kuwaiti life and relive the childhood atmosphere experienced by their fathers and grandfathers. The experience combined entertainment and learning, enhancing students’ connection to Kuwaiti folk heritage.
On this occasion, Amal Al-Warraq, Deputy General Manager of Corporate Communications at the Kuwait Finance House, emphasized that the “Ya Zeen Turathna” campaign embodies the bank’s dedication to preserving authentic Kuwaiti heritage and introducing new generations to the folk heritage that constitutes an integral part of national identity. She stressed the importance of instilling pride in Kuwait’s history, customs, and traditions in children from an early age.
Amal Al-Warraq added that school visits offer a unique opportunity for direct engagement with students, introducing them to Kuwait’s historical heritage and folk games in an interactive and enjoyable manner that helps them learn about aspects of their fathers’ and grandfathers’ lives. She affirmed that reviving these heritage practices helps keep folk heritage present in the memories of younger generations and strengthens values of belonging and pride in national identity.
At the conclusion of the visit, the Corporate Communications team at the Kuwait Finance House presented commemorative gifts to the school’s students in appreciation of their engagement and participation in the heritage activities and events. The atmosphere reflected the importance of introducing future generations to Kuwait’s rich history and strengthening their connection to the customs of their fathers and grandfathers, thereby contributing to the sustainability and transmission of folk heritage to future generations.
