50,000 students to be reached over 3 years
inJAz Bahrain is intensifying its school outreach for the academic year 2011/2012, with a total of 13,632 students targeted for its programs, compared to 9,200 students the year prior.
The target, the highest ever in the organization's 6 year history, is part of the non-profit organization's three year strategic plan which aims to reach over 50,000 students from all educational levels, with intermediate-level students forming 60% of this projected growth.
To achieve its ambitious growth projection, inJAz Bahrain will require an estimated 2000 volunteers over the next three years, and calls for the inclusion of untapped markets, including private schools and universities other than University of Bahrain.
The organization will also launch 3 programs focusing on entrepreneurship and financial literacy to cater to these new markets, bringing the total number of inJAz programs to 14.
"We know that we have set a challenging target for ourselves, but we are encouraged with the outpour of support we have received thus far from our various benefactors, especially within the private sector," said inJAz Bahrain Executive Director Sheikha Hessa bint Khalifa Al Khalifa.
A dedicated team of nearly 550 volunteers will administer the inJAz programs which cover three primary pillars: Work Readiness, Entrepreneurship, and Financial Literacy. 221 volunteers have already been signed on for the first semester.
"Although the majority of the volunteers came from large organizations, we are grateful for all companies who have supported us. Every contribution, no matter how small, helps us reach our target and bolsters the abilities of as many students as possible," she added.
The majority of this semester's volunteers are provided by GPIC, Bapco, Batelco, Gulf Air, Citi Bank, Alba, HSBC, Ernst & Young, CBB, Iskan Bank, KFH, BBK, Al Salam Bank Ithmaar Bank, Y. K. Al Moayyed & Sons, Tatweer Petroleum, ARIG, Tamkeen and the EDB.
More information on inJAz Bahrain's programs and how to become a volunteer can be found at (www.injazbh.org).
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About inJAz Bahrain:
The purpose of inJAz Bahrain is to inspire and prepare young Bahrainis to succeed in a global economy. With the support of positive adult role models who volunteer their time, inJAz Bahrain enables young consumers to understand business, citizenship, economics, entrepreneurship, ethics/character, financial literacy, and work-readiness. The programs also encourage confidence and motivate young people to achieve their personal, educational, and career goals. These learning experiences establish the foundation upon which today's students can acquire the skills and aptitudes necessary to succeed in a fast-changing world.
inJAz Bahrain is supported by 17 committed community leaders who serve on the board of directors. These professionals provide the organization with valued guidance, support and volunteers to deliver the programs. In addition, inJAz Bahrain works with a number of local collaborations and affiliations. These relationships ensure that efforts are not duplicated and that available resources are used in the most effective ways possible.
As non-profit inJAz Bahrain began serving the community in 2005. It is supported by funds generously granted by foundations and area businesses. Individuals also give to the organization, and they assist with fund-raising activities throughout the year. The organization is part of Junior Achievement Worldwide that has a presence in more than 123 countries around the world.
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