AlMabarrah AlKhalifia Foundation (MKF) has successfully concluded its 2025 Ithra Summer programs, which ran from June to August and included: Ithra Buds, Ithra Young Leaders, and Ithra Youth. The programs reflect the Foundation’s commitment to equipping young Bahrainis with the skills and knowledge to meet the demands of the future, while fostering personal growth and community engagement.
This year’s edition targeted three distinct age groups: 10–12, 13–14, and 15–16. Each track adopted a comprehensive, hands-on approach encompassing accredited workshops, field visits, interactive challenges, training camps, sports days, and artistic and community projects. The content focused on future-ready skills, artificial intelligence, self-discipline, creative thinking, entrepreneurship, arts, and financial literacy, all aimed at preparing participants for the next phase of technological and global advancement.
Notably, 2025 marked the launch of Ithra Youth for participants aged 15–16, designed to develop leadership skills, build self-confidence, and strengthen understanding of artificial intelligence. The initiative achieved a participation rate exceeding 90%, reflecting its appeal and effectiveness.
All program content was developed based on surveys and interviews with the target groups to ensure alignment with the actual needs of Bahraini youth. The workshops were designed to integrate the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), with activities delivered year-round during academic breaks as well as other intervals.
Commenting on the occasion, H.H. Shaikha Zain bint Khalid Al Khalifa, Chairperson of the Board of Trustees at MKF, stated, “The measurable impact of our Ithra programs reflects our commitment to providing an environment where young people can explore their potential and build their skills for future success. They are a core part of our summer initiatives, which also include the ‘Job Shadowing’ and ‘Training Camp’ initiatives. We are proud of this ambitious generation and remain dedicated to introducing exceptional opportunities that enrich their educational journey.”
To deliver the programs, MKF partnered with more than nine prominent professional and educational entities, including the Child Protection Unit at the Ministry of Interior, the Bahrain Space Agency, the National Bank of Bahrain, Pro Boxing Ladies Studio, Vanilla Café, and Bon Coffee, owned by Ms. Najiba Bousnan. The Foundation also collaborated with a number of distinguished figures such as H.H. Shaikh Turki bin Hamad Al Khalifa, H.H. Shaikh Mohamed bin Khalifa Al Khalifa, Ms. Donya Madara, Ms. Nayla Al Kaabi, and journalist Yousif Ahmed.