Stemming from its belief in the importance of social responsibility and the principle of inclusiveness and equitable opportunities, KFH-Bahrain, one of the leading Islamic banks in the Kingdom of Bahrain, announced the appointment of Mr. Majd Abdulla Ashoor, a person of determination, as a Customer Service Coordinator. The appointment of Mr. Ashoor follows the signing of a joint cooperation agreement with the Bahrain Down Syndrome Society mid of this year, whereby Mr. Ashoor has undergone  a comprehensive training program for a period of four months to equip him with the skills and knowledge to meet the job requirements.

Mr. Abdulhakeem Alkhayyat, Managing Director and CEO of KFH - Bahrain received Mr. Majd Ashoor at the Bank's headquarters in the Bahrain World Trade Center, where he welcomed and congratulated him on joining the KFH-Bahrain team, and wished him success in his career journey.

Mr. Abdulhakeem Alkhayyat stated: “As part of the Bank’s Corporate Social Responsibility commitment to the Kingdom, it brings us great joy to facilitate the enrollment of such a special category of our community from the labor market. This initiative goes in line with our committed efforts and dedication towards achieving social sustainability by providing the necessary development and employment opportunities to involve all members of society in an inclusive manner. We aim to continue enriching our strategic partnership with the Bahrain Down Syndrome Society, and look forward to adopting further initiatives in the future.”

Mr. Ahmed Al Ali, Down Syndrome Care Centre Director, said: “We would like to commend KFH – Bahrain for their committed efforts to promote community integration by supporting the competencies of people of determination. We are proud of Majd’s appointment in this new role, and we look forward to integrating more distinguished workforces of people of determination in all fields.”