Burgan Bank Concludes Its Participation in “Orange the World" Campaign To Eliminate Violence Against Women’

Burgan Bank concluded its participation in ‘Orange the World’ campaign wherein three of its branches situated in Bayan, Al-Salam and Adailiya were lit in orange from 25 November until 10 December 2020.

Led by UN Women, the universal initiative aimed at highlighting the women survivors of violence and psychological abuse, giving them a voice and strengthening their role in society. The campaign falls under the declaration on the ‘Elimination of Violence Against Women’ that was issued by the UN General Assembly, to help protect the role and rights of women all over the world, who have been victims of abuse and face potential threats.

Mr. Majed Essa Al Ajeel, Chairman of Burgan Bank group said, “We are proud to have participated in a strong and powerful global movement,” Orange the World" campaign. We thank the UN Women for their appreciation of our support as we continue to contribute to the cause and its objective of eliminating violence against women. Burgan Bank remains committed towards community welfare and social solidarity and are honored to have helped make this a success in Kuwait with the support of both the private and government sectors.”

Operating within an inclusive corporate culture, the female percentage is more than 43% working in  Burgan Bank branches in Kuwait.  Burgan Bank holds a strong record of active female engagements, participation and career growth opportunities through modern and diverse training and development workshops.

Burgan Bank's support of this initiative falls under its dynamic full-fledged community program entitled ‘ENGAGE’ – Together to be the change. This program sheds light on important aspects affecting every segment of the society by promoting social welfare through educational, cultural and health driven initiatives. Burgan Bank’s approach to 'ENGAGE' begins with a vital principle that as a leading Kuwaiti financial institution, its conduct and policies should be aligned with the needs and interests of the community.