BisB honours first winner of ‘From Aspirations to Leadership’ initiative with Master’s Scholarship

TDT | Manama

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Bahrain Islamic Bank (BisB), the leading provider of innovative Islamic financial solutions for simplifying money matters in the Kingdom of Bahrain, is pleased to announce Ms. Latifa Sowaileh as the recipient of its ‘From Aspiration to Leadership’ initiative with a Master’s Scholarship. The initiative was launched earlier this year in conjunction with Bahraini Youth Day.

The programme reflects the Bank’s commitment to nurturing national talent by offering a prestigious academic opportunity in Leadership and Innovation at leading UK university. Through his, BisB aims to prepare a new generation of leaders capable of driving change and fostering innovation across the Kingdom.

As part of the selection process, applicants submitted proposals addressing key national themes including digital transformation in the banking sector, Islamic banking and financial solutions, and sustainability. After a rigorous evaluation and a series of presentations before a specialized panel at the Bank, Ms. Sowaileh was selected in recognition of her strategic vision, innovative ideas, and determination to create tangible impact.

Commenting on the occasion, Ms. Fatema AlAlawi, Chief Executive Officer of BisB, stated: “Recognizing Ms. Latifa Sowaileh as the first winner of this scholarship marks a significant milestone in the journey of this initiative, which aims to empower Bahraini youth and open new horizons for their academic and professional growth. Investing in youth is an investment in the Kingdom’s future, and we are proud of our role as an active partner in enabling them and honing their leadership skills.”

This initiative reaffirms Bahrain Islamic Bank’s institutional commitment to empowering young Bahrainis, creating opportunities that fuel ambition, and cementing its position as a pioneering institution in banking innovation and social responsibility.