Boursa Kuwait empowers 931 students in financial literacy and entrepreneurship in collaboration with INJAZ

Driven by its belief that building more sustainable financial markets begins with investing in education, Boursa Kuwait concluded its strategic partnership with INJAZ Kuwait for the academic year 2025/2026, empowering 931 male and female students from middle and high school through four specialized programs in financial literacy and entrepreneurship.

The partnership was from December 2025 to July 2026, covering 18 educational institutions across Kuwait, with the initiative surpassing its target at a completion rate of 116%, and reflecting Boursa Kuwait's continued commitment to its social responsibility and role in promoting financial awareness, contributing to the preparation of a generation capable of making informed financial decisions and actively contributing to the national economy.

Interactive educational initiatives to promote economic literacy and investment

The Financial Awareness Program is among the educational initiatives offered by the non-profit INJAZ Kuwait, aimed at equipping students with knowledge and practical skills in money management, investment and entrepreneurship through interactive programs that combine theoretical learning with hands-on application. The programs, which aim to connect students to real-world practices in finance and entrepreneurship, were designed to suit different age groups, with the participation of private sector volunteers. They included:

"My Money and My Future": Benefiting 176 middle school students, the program introduced participants to financial literacy concepts, money management and an understanding of global market mechanisms through practical activities that develop economic decision-making skills.

"I Am an Entrepreneur": Attracting the largest number of participants at 324 middle school students, the program provided a hands-on entrepreneurship experience, from developing ideas and products through to preparing investment pitches that simulate a real financial market environment.

"Personal Finance": The program focused on building financial planning skills through concepts of saving, budgeting, credit management and sound financial decision-making as fundamental pillars of sustainable financial awareness for 266 students across high schools and universities.

"The Company": Offering 165 high school and university students the opportunity to establish and manage virtual companies under the supervision of private sector mentors, the program also develops students’ competitive skills and allows them to participate in the regional INJAZ Arab competition and represent Kuwait.

A strategic partnership to empower youth

Commenting on the partnership's outcomes, Senior Manager of Marketing and Corporate Communication at Boursa Kuwait, Mr. Naser Meshari Al-Sanousi, said, "Boursa Kuwait believes that building a sustainable financial future begins with bolstering knowledge and embedding financial awareness in future generations. Through our partnership with INJAZ Kuwait and our sponsorship of its educational programs, we have succeeded in providing interactive experiences that empowered students to acquire essential skills in money management, investment, and entrepreneurship, bridging financial concepts with practical application to enhance their ability to make informed financial decisions in the future."

"We are proud of the results achieved by this partnership, which empowered 931 students and surpassed the set targets. Boursa Kuwait continues its commitment to initiatives that promote financial literacy and contribute to preparing a more aware and capable generation to participate in Kuwait's economic development journey," he added.

Boursa Kuwait’s partnership with INJAZ Kuwait falls within the framework of its corporate social responsibility (CSR) strategy, which places financial literacy and the development of national competencies among its key priorities, stemming from its belief that financial awareness must be cultivated from the early stages of education.

Boursa Kuwait also believes that investing in knowledge and skills is a fundamental pillar for preparing a generation equipped with the tools to become informed investors, innovators and vital contributors to the growth and advancement of the national economy.

"INJAZ Kuwait takes pride in its strategic partnership with Boursa Kuwait, which embodies a shared vision around the importance of empowering youth, developing their capabilities, and preparing them for meaningful participation in the national economy,” said INJAZ Kuwait’s Chief Executive Officer, Mrs. Laila Hilal AlMutairi.

“Boursa Kuwait's support for our programs represents a significant contribution to preparing a generation equipped with the knowledge and skills needed to meet the demands of the future and enables us to expand their reach to a greater number of students across different educational stages. We extend our sincere gratitude to Boursa Kuwait for their trust and continued support and look forward to sustaining this partnership and amplifying its positive impact in the years to come," she said.

INJAZ Kuwait is a non-profit organization affiliated with the global Junior Achievement network and supported by the Kuwaiti private sector. Through strategic partnerships with Kuwait's business and education sectors, and with the support of qualified volunteers, INJAZ delivers educational programs in both Arabic and English covering entrepreneurship and leadership skills to build successful career pathways and empower Kuwaiti youth to actively contribute to the national economy.

Aligning community efforts with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals

Boursa Kuwait’s partnership with INJAZ Kuwait represents an effective model of complementary roles between financial sector institutions and organizations of civil society, aimed at prepping a generation equipped with the knowledge and skills needed to keep pace with an evolving labor market and strengthening their capacity for innovation and informed financial decision-making.

Through its continued support for INJAZ’s programs, Boursa Kuwait translates its vision for social responsibility and corporate sustainability into practical initiatives with tangible impact, focusing on the development of quality education, capacity building and youth empowerment and contributing to the growth of human capital and participating in achieving the State of Kuwait's economic and social development objectives.

These efforts fall within Boursa Kuwait's commitment to supporting the goals of Kuwait Vision 2035 to build a diverse knowledge-based economy, develop citizens' capabilities, and strengthen the role of the private sector as an active partner in development.

This community initiative also aligns with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), including:

Goal 4: Quality Education: by supporting educational programs that promote financial literacy and develop students' practical skills, contributing to the preparation of more future-ready individuals.

Goal 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth: by empowering youth with financial knowledge, entrepreneurship skills, and the ability to explore economic opportunities and contribute to the growth of the national economy.

Goal 17: Partnerships for the Goals: by building strategic partnerships with educational and community institutions, reinforcing the integration of efforts to achieve sustainable developmental impact.

Boursa Kuwait remains steadfast in its role as a responsible national financial institution, championing financial and investment awareness and advancing sustainable development by investing in knowledge and empowering the next generation.