Women’s leadership initiative launched

Manama : “The Women’s Professional Leadership Initiative 2018” was launched in Strategic Partnership with Bahrain Islamic Bank (BisB). 

The Initiative is a multi-faceted programme that aims to empower professional women in Bahrain by providing them with the tools and resources necessary to further build and unlock their leadership potential and to prepare them to pursue senior roles across industries and both private and public-sector organisations.

“The Women’s Professional Leadership Initiative” is comprised of several key development pillars that will be rolled out throughout the year. They include a range of skills and training modules to be offered in conjunction with other partners, mentorship opportunities, and a series of professional networking events. The programme will kick off in April and will conclude at the end of 2018 with a high-level regional forum on Women’s Professional Leadership to be held in the Kingdom of Bahrain in the fourth quarter.  

BisB’s commitment to and investment in the development of female staff is among the strongest of any Bahraini corporate. Key among the Bank’s internal initiatives is “The BisB Women in Leadership Program.” Launched in 2018, it provides practical support and platforms to enable women professionals across the Bank to more effectively chart their career paths and achieve their growth and development objectives.

Commenting, Hassan Jarrar The Chief Executive Office in BisB, said, “As an extension to our activities and deep commitment to supporting women’s professional development, we are delighted to announce our Strategic Partnership with “The Women’s Professional Leadership Initiative 2018”. Its planned programmes and approach complement our existing strategy and allow us to lend BisB’s experience in empowering women to the broader community and female professionals both in our industry and others.” 

Adding, Zahraa Taher, Managing Director of FinMark Communications, the Initiative’s organiser, said, “The BisB dedication and track record of supporting professional women’s development will help to ensure we create a highly impactful and needs-based programme that addresses the challenges and opportunities for the next generation of professional women leaders in Bahrain.”

For information on how to take part, contact info@finmarkcoms.com.