Burqan Strengthens Women's Financial Empowerment

As part of its ongoing efforts to enhance financial literacy and contribute to building a more financially aware society, Burgan Bank organized a two-day workshop titled “Financial Freedom for Every Woman” at the American University in Kuwait (AUK), under the HER initiative. This program is part of the bank’s continuous support for the “Let’s Be Aware” banking awareness campaign launched by the Central Bank of Kuwait in collaboration with the Kuwait Banks Association and supported by local banks, as well as its commitment to empowering women by strengthening their financial knowledge and providing them with the necessary information to make informed financial decisions.

The workshop saw participation from female employees of Burgan Bank, Kuwait Investment Management Company (KAMCO), and United Real Estate Company, reflecting Burgan Bank’s dedication to strengthening ties of cooperation with sister companies within the KEPCO Group. These efforts aim to enhance integration among the group’s companies, facilitating knowledge exchange and opening doors to learning and development opportunities across its various sectors. This initiative continues the bank’s ongoing contributions to spreading financial and investment knowledge and raising financial awareness among different segments of society.

The program was designed to provide an interactive educational experience, delivered by Dr. Najla Al-Barrak, a specialized leader in the financial sector with over 16 years of experience in financial planning, financial management, and strategic decision-making. The program’s core focused on three fundamental aspects: budgeting and expense control, money management and enhancing financial security, as well as investing and wealth building.

As CEO and founder of Wazin International Investment Consulting, and Senior Financial Analyst at the Financial Stability Office of the Central Bank of Kuwait, Dr. Najla Al-Barrak conducted interactive sessions for participants, featuring real-life case studies and practical applications covering various financial topics, including stocks, bonds, insurance, credit reports, and wealth-building strategies.

Commenting on this initiative, Nabeel Amin, General Manager – Human Resources at Burgan Bank Group, said: “At Burgan Bank, we believe that financial knowledge is a cornerstone for empowering women and enhancing their ability to manage their financial future. Through the ‘Financial Freedom for Every Woman’ workshop, we strive to make financial and investment knowledge more accessible and equip participants with practical tools to help them make informed financial decisions, from managing daily financial affairs to understanding investment options and building long-term wealth. This initiative also underscores the importance of collaboration among KEPCO Group companies, as we continue to leverage diverse expertise and synergy within the group to provide meaningful opportunities for learning and skill development.”

During the program, participants learned practical methods for more effectively managing personal and household budgets, enhancing money management skills and achieving financial security, building greater confidence in investment and long-term wealth building, and developing financial plans to help them apply their acquired knowledge to achieve their financial goals.

This initiative complements Burgan Bank’s ongoing efforts to strengthen financial and banking culture, reflecting the bank’s approach to empowering individuals and equipping them with skills that support their development on both personal and professional levels.

Bank Al Baraka continues to support initiatives aimed at enhancing financial literacy, empowering women, and developing human capital, as part of its comprehensive corporate social responsibility program and its commitment to environmental, social, and governance (ESG) principles. In line with its slogan “You Are Our Motivation,” the bank reaffirms its commitment to investing in human talent and supporting programs that effectively contribute to the path of sustainable development and the achievement of Kuwait Vision 2035.