Gulf Bank organizes cleanup campaign on Qaruh Island
KUWAIT: To mark World Turtle Day, Gulf Bank partnered with the Trashtag and Dive36 teams to organize an environmental cleanup campaign on Qaruh Island. The effort included the participation of the bank's divers and volunteers from 'Sawa'ed AlKhaleej,' working together to clean the island's waters and shores. This campaign highlights Gulf Bank's continued dedication to protecting the marine environment and promoting a culture of sustainability within the community.
The bank consistently works to launch and support initiatives that safeguard natural resources and increase environmental awareness. For Gulf Bank, environmental protection goes beyond volunteer efforts — it's a fundamental part of its corporate and social responsibility. The campaign also reinforces Gulf Bank's active role in supporting both national and global efforts to tackle environmental challenges such as marine pollution, climate change, and biodiversity loss.
The Bank remains committed to embedding sustainability into its daily operations — from reducing resource consumption and advancing digital transformation to limit paper use, to backing environmental initiatives that engage and benefit the wider community. Gulf Bank firmly believes that collaboration and environmental responsibility are essential to shaping a sustainable future. Initiatives like this serve as a powerful reminder that meaningful change starts with a single step, and that each person and organization has a part to play in creating a cleaner, more balanced world.
Gulf Bank divers carry the underwater flag.
The Bank extends its sincere appreciation to all the divers and employee volunteers who played a vital role in the success of this campaign, reaffirming its unwavering commitment to advancing environmental sustainability across Kuwait and beyond. Gulf Bank aims to be Kuwait's leading bank, fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace to deliver exceptional customer service while contributing sustainably to the community. Through its extensive branch network and innovative digital services, the Bank empowers customers to conduct banking transactions conveniently and efficiently, ensuring a seamless experience.
In alignment with Kuwait Vision 2035, 'New Kuwait,' and its commitment to fostering collaborative partnerships, Gulf Bank is dedicated to driving robust sustainability initiatives across environmental, social, and governance (ESG) dimensions. The Bank is committed to implementing strategically selected and diverse sustainability programs both internally and externally.
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KUWAIT: To mark World Turtle Day, Gulf Bank partnered with the Trashtag and Dive36 teams to organize an environmental cleanup campaign on Qaruh Island. The effort included the participation of the bank's divers and volunteers from 'Sawa'ed AlKhaleej,' working together to clean the island's waters and shores. This campaign highlights Gulf Bank's continued dedication to protecting the marine environment and promoting a culture of sustainability within the community. The bank consistently works to launch and support initiatives that safeguard natural resources and increase environmental awareness. For Gulf Bank, environmental protection goes beyond volunteer efforts — it's a fundamental part of its corporate and social responsibility. The campaign also reinforces Gulf Bank's active role in supporting both national and global efforts to tackle environmental challenges such as marine pollution, climate change, and biodiversity loss. The Bank remains committed to embedding sustainability into its daily operations — from reducing resource consumption and advancing digital transformation to limit paper use, to backing environmental initiatives that engage and benefit the wider community. Gulf Bank firmly believes that collaboration and environmental responsibility are essential to shaping a sustainable future. Initiatives like this serve as a powerful reminder that meaningful change starts with a single step, and that each person and organization has a part to play in creating a cleaner, more balanced world. Gulf Bank divers carry the underwater flag. The Bank extends its sincere appreciation to all the divers and employee volunteers who played a vital role in the success of this campaign, reaffirming its unwavering commitment to advancing environmental sustainability across Kuwait and beyond. Gulf Bank aims to be Kuwait's leading bank, fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace to deliver exceptional customer service while contributing sustainably to the community. Through its extensive branch network and innovative digital services, the Bank empowers customers to conduct banking transactions conveniently and efficiently, ensuring a seamless experience. In alignment with Kuwait Vision 2035, 'New Kuwait,' and its commitment to fostering collaborative partnerships, Gulf Bank is dedicated to driving robust sustainability initiatives across environmental, social, and governance (ESG) dimensions. The Bank is committed to implementing strategically selected and diverse sustainability programs both internally and externally.
