Jordan Kuwait Bank received the "Best CSR Bank Jordan" award for 2024 from the Global Banking & Finance Review magazine for the second consecutive year, recognizing its outstanding efforts and pioneering role in enhancing sustainable development and supporting the local community.
This international recognition highlights Jordan Kuwait Bank's commitment to integrating social responsibility and sustainability practices into its strategy, aiming to balance economic, social, and environmental systems. Through collaboration with governmental, private, and local community institutions, the bank launches initiatives to address economic and social challenges, stimulate local community development, and promote diversity, inclusivity, and sustainability across various fields.
In 2023, Jordan Kuwait Bank significantly increased the number of initiatives it undertook, encompassing areas such as women's empowerment, youth development, environmental conservation, education, poverty alleviation, and more. The number of community projects rose by 105.72%.
The bank actively promoted a culture of volunteerism among its employees, resulting in approximately 600 staff members participating in various initiatives and volunteer activities. Notably, 57.25% of these participants were female employees.
The CEO of Jordan Kuwait Bank, Haethum Buttikhi, expressed his satisfaction at this achievement, stating, "We are honored to be recognized as the Best CSR Bank in Jordan for the second consecutive year by the Global Banking and Finance Awards. Meeting the needs of our local community is central to our mission at Jordan Kuwait Bank. We are deeply committed to supporting sustainable development through a range of humanitarian initiatives and social programs, promoting collective, service-oriented, and voluntary work across the kingdom."
He continued, "These awards recognize our bank's leading role and strong performance in social responsibility on an international scale. They demonstrate our success in fulfilling our commitment to corporate social responsibility while maintaining profitability and enhancing our presence in sustainability initiatives. We are dedicated to diligently maintaining this achievement."
Buttikhi expressed gratitude to all Jordan Kuwait Bank employees for their active involvement in volunteer initiatives, affirming the bank's ongoing commitment to bolstering its role as a key contributor to local community development.
Global Banking and Finance Awards was established in 2011 by the Global Banking & Finance Review magazine to recognize innovation and excellence in the global financial sector. These awards honor diverse banking and financial institutions that demonstrate expertise and excellence across various levels of the financial industry.
