Zain Bahrain, a leading Bahraini provider of innovative technology solutions and digital lifestyle services, has partnered with Kerne Youth, a youth-led educational and training platform focused on knowledge-sharing and skills development, to launch the Women in Tech initiative. The initiative aims to empower women with the knowledge, practical skills, and opportunities needed to participate more actively in the AI and digital innovation sectors.
The partnership was formalized through a Memorandum of Understanding signed by representatives from Zain Bahrain and Kerne Youth, reflecting their shared commitment to advancing women and strengthening Bahrain’s digital talent ecosystem.
The initiative will deliver a series of online and in-person awareness and development sessions covering technology, innovation, artificial intelligence and digital skills. It will bring together female university students, young professionals, technology communities and industry specialists, providing participants with practical learning opportunities, professional insights and greater exposure to technology-related career pathways.
Through a combination of awareness sessions and the main Women in Tech event, the initiative aims to attract broad participation among women interested in technology and innovation. It will also create opportunities to collaborate with universities, women-focused professional networks, technology communities, industry speakers, and innovation partners to broaden participation and strengthen the program’s impact.
Fatima Haider, Sr. Manager, Corporate Sustainability, Organizational Development & Enablement at Zain Bahrain, commented: “At Zain Bahrain, we are committed to advancing women by providing them with the skills, knowledge, and opportunities needed to participate actively in the technology and innovation sectors. Through our partnership with Kerne Youth, we aim to provide meaningful learning experiences that strengthen digital capabilities, build confidence, and encourage more women to explore opportunities in technology and artificial intelligence. This initiative reflects our continued commitment to supporting an inclusive and future-ready digital ecosystem in Bahrain.”
Rawan Al Qasimi, Kerne Youth Lead, commented: “This partnership with Zain Bahrain is an important step toward creating meaningful opportunities for young women to explore technology and artificial intelligence with greater confidence. At Kerne Youth, we believe the right opportunity, practical experience, and support can make a real difference. We are proud to contribute to Women in Tech initiatives by encouraging young women to develop their skills and take an active role in the future of technology.”
The Women in Tech initiative reflects Zain Bahrain’s continued commitment to advancing women, developing future-ready digital capabilities, and creating meaningful opportunities for young people to learn, connect, and grow. Through its collaboration with Kerne Youth, Zain Bahrain continues to support an inclusive digital ecosystem that enables women to contribute to the Kingdom’s technology and innovation landscape.
