Engagement with Society in Bahrain
Bahrain Authority for Culture and Antiques – Preserving Local Heritage Partnership
BNP Paribas has partnered with the Bahrain Authority for Culture and Antiques (BACA), to restore and rehabilitate certain house clusters in Bahrain Fort and transform them into a vibrant and thriving cultural neighborhood.
The project aims to rehabilitate and preserve historic houses in the Kingdom, which were built in the 1960s, and were one of Bahrain’s first housing projects. They served as residence for Dr. Monique Kervran, the head of the French archaeological mission over 40 years ago.
Our partnership with BACA underscores our commitment to preserving cultural treasures and heritage sites. We hope that through this initiative, we would leave a lasting legacy by ensuring the preservation of important historical sites for future generations, contributing to the cultural enrichment and identity of the community in the Kingdom of Bahrain.
BACA seeks to restore and rehabilitate these houses, in order to establish a model for preserving the buildings of the transitional era, allowing them to be used and invested in vital commercial and cultural projects, where the project proposal provides an open architecture that creates a visual and spatial connection with its natural and heritage surroundings.
For more information about BACA, visit Bahrain Authority for Culture and Antiquities – Kingdom of Bahrain | About us
Nuwat – Environmental Research Partnership
In line with its commitments to support a sustainable environment, BNP Paribas has entered into a partnership with Nuwat, an environmental research and conservation think-tank, education provider, and advisory organisation that works on a national, regional and international level.
Through this partnership, we hope that understanding the impact of microplastics and identifying important shark species’ habitats will contribute to the longevity of marine ecosystems. Moreover, the partnership extends to further research into Bahrain’s pearl oyster beds, one of the largest natural pearl-producing regions in the world. These oyster beds not only flourish in extreme conditions but may also hold vital insights that could shape resilience strategies for marine ecosystems globally. The focus on biodiversity reflects BNP Paribas’ commitment to environmental stewardship, enhancing our reputation as a responsible corporate citizen and attracting environmentally conscious customers, investors, and partners.
In addition to research, Nuwat offers various educational opportunities to spread environmental and conservation awareness, including field excursions, workshops, internship programs, webinars, and coaching sessions. Through these programmes, Nuwat aims to cultivate a culture of sustainability and environmental consciousness.
For more information, visit www.nuwat.org
BNP Paribas Bahrain Jazz Fest – Arts and culture partnership:
For 25 years, the BNP Paribas Foundation has supported jazz musicians, composers and performers’ careers as well as many festivals around the world.
In Bahrain, BNP Paribas has been the official ‘Presenting Partner’ of Bahrain Jazz Fest since 2017, contributing to it’s growth as the country’s first international jazz festival. The event continues to brin together artists and music lovers, highlighting Bahrain’s emerging role as a regional hub for jazz.
Beyond the stage, the festival places strong emphasis on community, with outreach initiatives that include workshops and educational activities for young jazz musicians. To learn more about the festival, its support for jazz musicians and artists, or to buy tickets to forthcoming events, visit Bahrain Jazz Fest.