
Markaz and LOYAC Strengthen Partnership to Empower Youth
Kuwait Financial Centre “Markaz” reaffirms its 23-year partnership with LOYAC, a non-profit dedicated to youth development across the Arab world. This collaboration aligns with Markaz’s corporate social responsibility (CSR) strategy, focusing on ‘building human capacity’ to nurture future leaders.Through Markaz’s support, LOYAC successfully completed over 60 initiatives in 2024, spanning education, culture, sports, and entrepreneurship. Markaz Chairman, Mr. Diraar Y. Alghanim, emphasized the company’s commitment to sustainable, mission-driven programs that empower the next generation. CEO Mr. Ali H. Khalil highlighted how the collaboration fosters creativity, leadership, and resilience, ensuring young professionals enter the workforce with confidence. Fareah Al Saqqaf, Chairperson and Managing Director of LOYAC—and TAKREEM’s 2018 Outstanding Arab Woman laureate—praised Markaz’s ongoing commitment to youth empowerment. She noted the transformative impact of their partnership, which has created sustainable value for communities. Key initiatives include professional development programs like the Al Jawhar media training, life skills workshops, and Markaz’s long-standing support for the LOYAC AC Milan Soccer School, which has trained over 780 young players. Markaz’s CSR efforts extend beyond youth development, encompassing community service, environmental awareness, and corporate training programs, reinforcing its commitment to a sustainable future.
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