NBK, LOYAC arrange trip to Tanzania

Kuwaiti youth to get to know different cultures on ‘Rafiyah’ tour

KUWAIT CITY, Aug 24: National Bank of Kuwait (NBK) LOYAC arranged a trip for Kuwaiti youth to Tanzania. This one-week trip included social initiatives and activities with tribes to get to know different cultures and learn their daily life.

This sponsorship goes with NBK’s support to LOYAC’s annual activities and events including the trips. A group of volunteers from different backgrounds participated in this trip which was designed to build the humanitarian and adventurous skills in their personality.

The trip entitled “Rafiyah” included a visit to one of the schools to teach children the English language. The volunteers also had the chance to participate in a group of social initiatives as interacting with children at the orphanages, cleaning campaigns and donation for food or clothes. During this trip, participants were introduced to the tribes’ cultures and learn their daily life routine including several activities such as trying hunting with arrows and cooking.

Commitment

Joanne Al Abdul Jaleel, NBK Public Relations Officer, said: “This sponsorship is part of NBK’s commitment to its Corporate Social Responsibility as well as the vital role it plays in supporting students, youths and selfbuilding initiatives in Kuwait.”

“NBK always strives to empower Kuwaiti youth to realize their potentials, build their personalities and motivates their ambition. This trip with LOYAC came in line with our strategy to invest in youth and develop their capabilities,” she added.

NBK continues to promote a range of philanthropic missions and social welfare programs as part of its corporate social responsibility to assert its leadership in supporting Kuwait’s social development, standing as a model in serving all aspects of the community.

LOYAC is a nonprofit organization that runs several programs for the youth to develop their professional skills, enhance their personal growth and help them find their sense of purpose by extending themselves to others.