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PRESSR: Minister of Health commends Gulf Bank for its role in employing and supporting people with disabilities
PRESSR: Minister of Health commends Gulf Bank for its role in employing and supporting people with disabilities
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H.E. the Minister: The banking sector is a key partner in promoting equal opportunities.Sami Mahfouz: We remain committed to meaningfully engaging with them and providing opportunities that support their professional growth; while ensuring we fully harness their talents and unique capabilities across the Bank.Faisal AlAdsani: The Bank continuously advances sustainable initiatives that support integrating this segment into the workplaceHamed Al Tamimi: Gulf Bank is one of the largest private-sector employers of people with disabilitiesAs part of the government’s ongoing commitment to empowering people with disabilities and reinforcing their role in the Kuwaiti community and the labor market, H.E. Dr. Ahmad Abdulwahab Al Awadhi, Minister of Health, conducted an official visit to Gulf Bank. He was received by Acting Chief Executive Officer, Mr. Sami Mahfouz; Acting Deputy Chief Executive Office, Mr. Faisal AlAdsani and Acting General Manager of Human Resources, Mr. Hamed Al Tamimi; along with a number of senior executives and department heads.The visit comes in recognition of the Bank’s continuous efforts to empower national talent from among people with disabilities, and its commitment to providing an inclusive work environment that supports their professional and social integration.During the visit, H.E. the Minister expressed his pride in the genuine commitment he witnessed at Gulf Bank toward developing programs that support the employment of people with disabilities and offering them fair opportunities. He emphasized that the banking sector is a vital partner in supporting Kuwait’s plans to enhance equal opportunities.His Excellency praised the leading role Gulf Bank plays in this area, noting that the Bank has adopted clear policies and comprehensive training programs aimed at developing the skills of employees with disabilities and enabling them to contribute effectively to the banking sector.The visit also featured a special recognition ceremony honoring a group of Gulf Bank employees with disabilities, reflecting the Bank’s and its leadership’s commitment to acknowledging their contributions and highlighting their impact on institutional performance. H.E. the Minister presented commemorative shields to the honorees, affirming that this gesture serves as a message of support that strengthens their confidence and encourages them to continue excelling ...