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Bahrain This Week
17-04-2025
- Business
- Bahrain This Week
AlMabarrah AlKhalifia Celebrates 'Ithra Buds' & 'Seniors' Success
AlMabarrah AlKhalifia Foundation (MKF) concluded its 'Ithra Buds' and 'Ithra Seniors' programmes, with over 50 students between the ages of 10 and 14 benefiting from these enriching experiences. 'Ithra Buds' and 'Ithra Seniors' are dynamic educational programmes aimed at equipping young minds with essential life skills. Led by expert trainers, the programmes offer a blend of interactive activities designed to foster self-awareness and personal growth in an engaging, fun-filled environment. The participants took part in a variety of activities, including workshops, field trips, hands-on challenges, sports days, arts and crafts, and project-based learning, all designed to inspire and empower them. In a related initiative, AlMabarrah AlKhalifia Foundation, in partnership with Young Traders and with the support of Tamkeen Bahrain, organised a successful trade fair at Bahrain City Centre Mall. This event showcased over seven entrepreneurial projects developed by the participants of 'Ithra Buds', where they had the opportunity to apply their newfound business skills in a real-world setting, experiencing the practical aspects of running their own projects. The launch of these programmes followed a thorough needs assessment of the participants, guided by self-evaluations completed by all applicants. Both programmes are offered twice a year, during the spring and summer holidays. As part of its ongoing commitment to youth development, the foundation is set to launch 'Ithra Youth' this summer, a new programme for those aged 15-16. Additionally, the 'Wathiq' programme, aimed at preparing 17-18-year-olds for university, continues to be an integral part of the foundation's offerings. Her Highness Shaikha Zain bint Khalid Al Khalifa, Chairperson of AlMabarrah AlKhalifia Foundation, expressed: 'I am proud to see the continued success of our foundation's 13-year journey in enriching Bahrain's educational landscape. Through these programmes, we aim to provide participants with valuable life skills, financial literacy, creative thinking, and foster an entrepreneurial mindset, all while encouraging personal discipline and independence. At AlMabarrah AlKhalifia Foundation, we remain dedicated to delivering programmes that nurture the next generation of proactive leaders who will make a lasting, positive impact on society.'


Bahrain This Week
31-03-2025
- Business
- Bahrain This Week
AlMabarrah AlKhalifia Celebrates 'Ithra Buds' & 'Ithra Seniors' Success
AlMabarrah AlKhalifia Foundation (MKF) has proudly concluded its 'Ithra Buds' and 'Ithra Seniors' programmes, with over 50 students between the ages of 10 and 14 benefiting from these enriching experiences. 'Ithra Buds' and 'Ithra Seniors' are dynamic educational programmes aimed at equipping young minds with essential life skills. Led by expert trainers, the programmes offer a blend of interactive activities designed to foster self-awareness and personal growth in an engaging, fun-filled environment. The participants took part in a variety of activities, including workshops, field trips, hands-on challenges, sports days, arts and crafts, and project-based learning, all designed to inspire and empower them. In a related initiative, AlMabarrah AlKhalifia Foundation, in partnership with Young Traders and with the support of Tamkeen Bahrain, organised a successful trade fair at Bahrain City Centre Mall. This event showcased over seven entrepreneurial projects developed by the participants of 'Ithra Buds', where they had the opportunity to apply their newfound business skills in a real-world setting, experiencing the practical aspects of running their own projects. The launch of these programmes followed a thorough needs assessment of the participants, guided by self-evaluations completed by all applicants. Both programmes are offered twice a year, during the spring and summer holidays. As part of its ongoing commitment to youth development, the foundation is set to launch 'Ithra Youth' this summer, a new programme for those aged 15-16. Additionally, the 'Wathiq' programme, aimed at preparing 17-18-year-olds for university, continues to be an integral part of the foundation's offerings. Her Highness Shaikha Zain bint Khalid Al Khalifa, Chairperson of AlMabarrah AlKhalifia Foundation, expressed: 'I am proud to see the continued success of our foundation's 13-year journey in enriching Bahrain's educational landscape. Through these programmes, we aim to provide participants with valuable life skills, financial literacy, creative thinking, and foster an entrepreneurial mindset, all while encouraging personal discipline and independence. At AlMabarrah AlKhalifia Foundation, we remain dedicated to delivering programmes that nurture the next generation of proactive leaders who will make a lasting, positive impact on society.' Founded in 2011, AlMabarrah AlKhalifia Foundation is a non-profit organisation, registered and licensed by the Ministry of Labour and Social Development in Bahrain. Its mission is to create a lasting social impact by empowering Bahraini youth with the skills and knowledge needed to succeed, through a wide range of workshops, courses, and initiatives aimed at achieving personal and professional excellence.


Biz Bahrain
28-03-2025
- Business
- Biz Bahrain
AlMabarrah AlKhalifia Foundation Celebrates Successful Completion of ‘Ithra Buds' and ‘Ithra Seniors' Programmes
AlMabarrah AlKhalifia Foundation (MKF) has proudly concluded its 'Ithra Buds' and 'Ithra Seniors' programmes, with over 50 students between the ages of 10 and 14 benefiting from these enriching experiences. 'Ithra Buds' and 'Ithra Seniors' are dynamic educational programmes aimed at equipping young minds with essential life skills. Led by expert trainers, the programmes offer a blend of interactive activities designed to foster self-awareness and personal growth in an engaging, fun-filled environment. The participants took part in a variety of activities, including workshops, field trips, hands-on challenges, sports days, arts and crafts, and project-based learning, all designed to inspire and empower them. In a related initiative, AlMabarrah AlKhalifia Foundation, in partnership with Young Traders and with the support of Tamkeen Bahrain, organised a successful trade fair at Bahrain City Centre Mall. This event showcased over seven entrepreneurial projects developed by the participants of 'Ithra Buds', where they had the opportunity to apply their newfound business skills in a real-world setting, experiencing the practical aspects of running their own projects. The launch of these programmes followed a thorough needs assessment of the participants, guided by self-evaluations completed by all applicants. Both programmes are offered twice a year, during the spring and summer holidays. As part of its ongoing commitment to youth development, the foundation is set to launch 'Ithra Youth' this summer, a new programme for those aged 15-16. Additionally, the 'Wathiq' programme, aimed at preparing 17-18-year-olds for university, continues to be an integral part of the foundation's offerings. Her Highness Shaikha Zain bint Khalid Al Khalifa, Chairperson of AlMabarrah AlKhalifia Foundation, expressed: 'I am proud to see the continued success of our foundation's 13-year journey in enriching Bahrain's educational landscape. Through these programmes, we aim to provide participants with valuable life skills, financial literacy, creative thinking, and foster an entrepreneurial mindset, all while encouraging personal discipline and independence. At AlMabarrah AlKhalifia Foundation, we remain dedicated to delivering programmes that nurture the next generation of proactive leaders who will make a lasting, positive impact on society.' Founded in 2011, AlMabarrah AlKhalifia Foundation is a non-profit organisation, registered and licensed by the Ministry of Labour and Social Development in Bahrain. Its mission is to create a lasting social impact by empowering Bahraini youth with the skills and knowledge needed to succeed, through a wide range of workshops, courses, and initiatives aimed at achieving personal and professional excellence. For more information on 'Ithra Buds' or any of the youth development programmes offered by AlMabarrah AlKhalifia Foundation, please call on 17499909, email [email protected], visit or follow the MKF's official social media accounts.


Bahrain News Gazette
29-01-2025
- General
- Bahrain News Gazette
AlMabarrah AlKhalifia Introduces ‘Ithra Buds' Youth Development Programme
Manama: AlMabarrah AlKhalifia Foundation (MKF) has launched 'Ithra Buds,' a targeted training programme designed to instill essential personal skills and life skills among children aged 10-12 years, focusing on foundational skills. According to Bahrain News Agency, the programme will commence in the second half of January and will be supervised by specialised trainers who will provide coaching on key areas such as self-discovery and development. Incorporating various workshops, field trips, challenges, camps, sports days, arts and crafts, and project-based activities into the curriculum, the programme aims to deliver an engaging and inspiring experience to over 30 participants. 'Ithra Buds' was launched after a thorough study of the applicants' particular needs. The programme will span two seasons each year, with the first organised during the spring break while the other is offered in the summer holidays. Graduates of 'Ithra Buds' will have the opportunity to join the Foundation's 'Ithra Seniors' programme, which caters to those aged 13 to 14, and later progress to 'Ithra Youth' for ages 15 to 16. Her Highness Shaikha Zain bint Khalid Al Khalifa, Chairperson of the Board of Directors of AlMabarrah AlKhalifia Foundation, highlighted that the programme is part of MKF's youth development initiatives, representing a commitment to building social and cultural awareness among young people by upskilling them in leadership, community engagement, life planning, confidence building, initiative, responsibility, and patriotism. HH Shaikha Zain bint Khalid emphasised that these projects are deeply rooted in the belief in the potential of Bahraini youth and are driven by a vision to nurture a generation well-equipped to lead and contribute positively to society. AlMabarrah AlKhalifia Foundation was founded with a mission to hone youth's talents and inspire them to become changemakers of tomorrow. The organisation offers a wide array of learning opportunities through detailed workshops and courses that provide young Bahrainis with the necessary acumen to become valuable representatives of their communities.


Biz Bahrain
29-01-2025
- General
- Biz Bahrain
AlMabarrah AlKhalifia Foundation Introduces 'Ithra Buds' Youth Development Program for Children Aged 10-12
AlMabarrah AlKhalifia Foundation (MKF) has launched 'Ithra Buds,' a targeted training programme designed to instil essential personal skills and life skills among children aged 10-12 years focusing on foundational skills. Commencing from the second half of January, the programme will be supervised by specialised trainers who will provide coaching on key areas such as self-discovery and development. Incorporating various workshops, field trips, challenges, camps, sports days, arts and crafts, and project-based activities into the curriculum, the programme aims to deliver a fun-filled, engaging, and inspiring experience to over 30 participants. 'Ithra Buds' was launched after a thorough study of the applicants' particular needs. The programme will span two seasons each year with the first organised during the spring break while the other being offered in the summer holidays. Graduates of 'Ithra Buds' will have the opportunity to join the Foundation's 'Ithra Seniors' programme which caters to those aged 13 to 14, and later progress to 'Ithra Youth' for ages 15 to 16. On this occasion, Her Highness Shaikha Zain bint Khalid Al Khalifa, Chairperson of the Board of Directors of AlMabarrah AlKhalifia Foundation, expressed the Foundation's pride in launching the 'Ithra Buds' programme. She highlighted that it is part of the MKF's impactful youth development programmes representing an enduring commitment towards building social and cultural awareness among young people by upskilling them in leadership, community engagement, life planning, confidence building, initiative, responsibility, and patriotism. Her Highness emphasised these projects are deeply rooted in the belief in the tremendous potential of Bahraini youth and driven by a clear vision to nurture a generation that is well-equipped to lead and contribute positively to the society.' AlMabarrah AlKhalifia Foundation was founded with a mission to hone the youth's talents and inspire them to become changemakers of tomorrow. The organisation offers a wide array of vital learning opportunities constituting detailed workshops and courses that provide young Bahrainis with the necessary acumen to become valuable representatives of their communities. For more information on 'Ithra Buds' or any of the youth development programmes offered by AlMabarrah AlKhalifia Foundation, please call on 17499909, email [email protected], visit or follow the MKF's official social media accounts.