KIBS launches second cohort of Accelerating Women’s Leadership

KIBS launches second cohort of Accelerating Women’s Leadership

KUWAIT: The Kuwait Institute of Banking Studies (KIBS) is proud to announce its strategic collaboration with HEC Paris’ Accelerating Women’s Leadership Program, a landmark initiative designed to empower women and foster their leadership roles within the banking sector. This collaboration underscores KIBS’s unwavering commitment to aligning with the Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) mandate and positions itself as a frontrunner in promoting diversity and gender equality in leadership.

As the banking industry continues to prioritize ESG principles, KIBS recognizes the pivotal role it plays in contributing to sustainable and responsible practices. The Accelerating Women’s Leadership Program is a testament to the banking sector’s dedication to inclusivity and gender diversity. Underpinned by the Central Bank of Kuwait’s directives and the industry’s collective commitment to fostering a diverse and empowered workforce, this collaboration represents a proactive step towards meeting ESG goals and promoting women’s advancement in leadership positions.

Key highlights of the collaboration include ESG mandate alignment as this collaboration reinforces KIBS’s dedication to aligning with the ESG mandate, emphasizing the Institute’s role in driving sustainable practices within the banking sector. The program also stresses leadership development as through the Accelerating Women’s Leadership Program, KIBS seeks to nurture a pipeline of talented women leaders