A seminar on Autism Awareness was organized in Lahore by the ASDRC on 29^th August at a local hotel. It was attended by more than one hundred parents and professionals including teachers, doctors, and therapists.

Rukhsana Shah, CEO of Autism Spectrum Disorders Resource Centre (ASDRC), in her welcome address, expressed her gratitude to the MJS Foundation for its financial and moral support, which enabled the Centre to offer the finest trainings to teachers and parents free of cost. She stated that it was the Mission of ASDRC to create a critical mass of trained teachers and care-givers and to create maximum awareness in the country about autism and learning disabilities.

In her inaugural address, Mrs. Mahvash Jahangir Siddiqui, Chairperson of MJS Foundation, stated the Foundation was striving to improve health, education and social outcomes in Pakistan through the establishment of additional facilities in existing public and private hospitals, introducing educational and vocational colleges for persons with disabilities, empowering youth through leadership and enterprise support programmes, improving the quality of education and providing relief and rehabilitation services during natural disasters. The recently established Autism Resource Centre in Lahore set up by the Foundation is designed to create greater awareness about autism and learning disabilities in the country, and to train parents and teachers of special and mainstream schools in the relevant fields.

Dr. Shazia Maqbool, Head of Developmental Paediatrics at Children’s Hospital, Lahore, was the key note speaker. She gave a detailed presentation on the Autism Spectrum Disorders. She stated that her Autism Unit was designed to cater for 3000 children in a year, but now the Unit is catering for 30,000 children annually. There was a dire need to expand the facilities of the Developmental Paeds section on an urgent basis.

Dr. Fauzia Saleem, speech pathologist at the CMH Lahore, gave a detailed presentation on language, speech and communication disorders, especially among children with ASD. Ms. Maliha Latif of M/s Impact Psyche Consultants, gave a presentation on ADHD, while Ms. Asma Ahmed, Clinical Psychologist at ASDRC discussed treatment and management techniques for children with ASD.

JS Bank hosted a dinner for the delegates of Cadet College Larkana. The participants at the dinner included JS Bank employees and the delegates of Cadet College Larkana. During the event, Director JS Bank, Mr. Kalim ur Rahman delivered a speech in which he welcomed all the guests and gave an overview of the achievements of the bank, providing an opportunity for the young cadets to interact with JS Bank Management and learn about the corporate culture.
JS Bank representative, Mr. Zaid Haroon also advised the cadets to work hard with a strong commitment and devotion to succeed in their practical lives. He also asked them to develop learning habits and to utilize their utmost skills in playing a crucial role in the country’s development.
JS Bank is considered amongst the fastest growing banks within the Pakistan’s banking landscape with the support of its vast experienced management. The Bank now has an online network of 238 branches and presence in over 122 cities across Pakistan. In its unrelenting effort to provide high quality products and services, JS Bank continues to pursue the path of innovation and excellence. Please visit www.jsbl.com for more information.

Mr. Kalim ur Rahman of JS Bank receiving a memento from the management of Cadet College Larkana

Bahrain, August 3, 2015: JS Bank was recently granted a wholesale banking license by The Central Bank of Bahrain (CBB) for branch operations in Bahrain.

This will be the JS Bank’s first branch outside Pakistan and in addition to building upon the existing relationship with the Middle East and North Africa Region (MENA) region; the branch will facilitate business for regional corporates, expatriates, Government of Pakistan organizations and any Pakistani banks that do not have a presence in the region.

Commenting on this expansion, Mr. Khalid Imran, President, JS Bank said, “This is an important milestone for JS Bank. Bahrain has always been a strategic hub for financial institutions and our presence there will contribute towards further strengthening financial ties and enhancing trade and business”. The Bank has grown from strength to strength since inception and its financials; credit ratings along with the highly experienced team are a true testament to its stability and ability to achieve its long term goals.

Mr. Ahmed Al-Bassam, Director of Licensing & Policy, Bahrain, welcomed JS Bank’s decision to open a branch in Bahrain and was confident that this addition to the Bank’s network would have a positive effect on the relationship between Pakistan and the MENA region.

JS Bank is committed to supporting economic growth in the country and is one of the fastest growing banks in Pakistan. JS Bank, in operations since December 2006, operates a network of 238 branches in 122 cities nationwide at the end-Dec14 and has been listed on the Karachi Stock Exchange since 2007. JS Bank has been assigned a rating of A1+ / A+ by Pakistan Credit Rating Agency Limited (PACRA). The bank has four core areas of service: retail and consumer banking, treasury, corporate and commercial banking and investment banking. For more information, please visit www.jsbl.com.

Quetta: Mahvash & Jahangir Siddiqui Foundation (MJSF) contributed PRK 15 million to Chamalang Beneficiary Education Program (CBEP).  Mr. Ali Raza Siddiqui, Director MJSF and Mr. Imran Haleem Shaikh, EVP JS Bank presented the cheque to Commander Southern Command, Lt. General Nasser Khan Janjua in Quetta recently.  Maj. Gen (r) Tahir Habib Siddiqui, board member Habibullah Coastal Power Company and other senior officials were also present to mark the occasion.

Chamalang Beneficiary Education Program (CBEP) is one of the largest social sector development programmes in Baluchistan, being supervised by Pakistan Army. The project which started with an initial enrolment of 303 students of District Kohlu and Loralai in 2007 has grown appreciably to 3761 students from 23 Districts of the province.  CBEP continues to contribute immensely towards delivery of quality education to children from poverty striven and backward areas of Baluchistan. The project bears expenditure on fees of day scholars besides bearing the cost of boarding, lodging, books, uniforms and tuition fees of students in boarding schools all over the country.

Sustainability of this programme is set to accrue desired dividends as this educated youth becomes a part of the work force in the various sectors of the economy. This continuity is ensured by active participation of development institutions and donor agencies. Commenting on the occasion, Ali Raza Siddiqui highlighted the role of MJSF and said the foundation has always been at the forefront of supporting such causes and always aims to reach out to the commonly unreached and deprived segments of the society.

Mahvash and Jahangir Siddiqui Foundation is a non-profit organization which working towards healthcare, education and social enterprise through sustainable development for the underprivileged segments of society with a special focus on women, minorities, children and disabled individuals. Foundation goal is to promote economic development and to enhance the dignity and quality of life of individuals, families and communities by eliminating barriers to opportunity and helping people in need reach their fullest potential. Read more on Mahvash and Jahangir Siddiqui Foundation at www.mjsf.org.

Mr. Ali Raza Siddiqui, Director Mahvash & Jahangir Siddiqui Foundation (MJSF) presenting cheque of PKR 15 Million for Chamalang Beneficiary Education Program to the Commander Southern Command, Lt. General Nasser Khan Janjua in Quetta.

JS Bank Limited (JSBL) has sponsored the JS Bank Quaid-e-Azam Trophy 2015 Wheelchair Cricket Tournament. The tournament has been started from May 18, 2015. A total of 12 teams will be participating in this mega domestic event which comprises of 15 matches to be played on different grounds in Karachi

The JS Bank Quaid-e-Azam Wheelchair Cricket Trophy 2015, undoubtedly bears the status of being first ever wheelchair cricket event of the country which will be streamed through video link in five other countries of South Asia and Europe.

The purpose of this mega event is to promote wheelchair cricket at national level. The idea of JS Bank Quaid-e-Azam trophy 2015 was initiated when the Pakistan wheelchair cricket team won the 1^st International cricket series against Nepal.

“Pakistan has the spirit and the best talent for cricket. We look forward to continue supporting cricket in Pakistan as we strongly believe in giving back to the society”. Muhammad Ibrahim, representative of JS Bank.

Earlier, Mahvash & Jahangir Siddiqui Foundation in collaboration with US based Walkabout Foundation provided the wheelchairs for Pakistan Wheelchair Cricket team.

JS Bank is considered amongst the fastest growing banks within the Pakistan’s banking landscape with the support of its vast experienced management. The Bank now has a network of 238 branches and presence in over 122 cities across Pakistan. In its unrelenting effort to provide high quality products and services, JS Bank continues to pursue the path of innovation and excellence. Please visit www.jsbl.com for more information.

Group photo taken at the inauguration of JS Bank Quaid-e-Azam
Wheelchair Cricket Trophy held on 16th May, 2015

JS Bank Limited and JS Global sponsored the National seminar on Peace, Security & Governance organized by Alumni Association of National Defense University (AAN) in Karachi at Marriot Hotel, Karachi. The seminar fostered discussion on significant issues faced by the people of Karachi. It was designed in a manner where the speakers deliberate on issues in different sessions and also elaborating the future scenarios and actions to be implemented to restore peace in Karachi.

The event started with a speech by Mr. Imran Haleem Shaikh, Chapter Head, AAN Sindh in which he pointed out the ongoing issues in Karachi and the role of law enforcement agencies in making Karachi a better place to live by eliminating all the possible threats.

The chief guest of the seminar Commander –V Corps Karachi, Lt. General Naveed Mukhtar also delivered a speech on national issues.

The first session of the Seminar focused towards Peace and Security in Karachi which was addressed by Sherry Rahman, Dr. Muhammad Shoaib Suddle and Lt General (Retd) Tariq Waseem Ghazi followed by question and answers session.

The second session of the seminar focused towards Governance in Karachi in which Lt General (Retd) Moinuddin Haider and Mr. Shaikaib Qureshi shared their views.

JS Bank is considered amongst the fastest growing banks within the Pakistan’s banking landscape with the support of its vast experienced management. The Bank now has a network of 238 branches and presence in over 122 cities across Pakistan. In its unrelenting effort to provide high quality products and services, JS Bank continues to pursue the path of innovation and excellence. Please visit www.jsbl.com for more information.

Mr. Imran Haleem Shaikh, Chapter Head, AAN Sindh presenting momento to the Chief Guest, Commander – V Corps Karachi, LT. General Naveed Mukhtar on behalf of the Alumni Association of National Defense University at the National Seminar on Peace, Security and Governance in Karachi.

JS Bank Limited has sponsored Raysham Award Ceremony and Cultural Evening held on 25^th April, 2015.  Raysham Digest regularly announces a Best Writer Award on the best story and poetry written and also Merit Certificates to the writers for their contributions.

The aim of this ceremony was to encourage and bring forward the hidden talent in Pakistan. The Awards and Certificates were presented in a well organized ceremony which was combined with a cultural show at National Defense University Auditorium to encourage the young talent of this country

Renowned Scholars, best available writers and the Celebrities attended the ceremony. In this regard, Mr. Atta ul Haq Qasmi, Chairman Lahore Arts Council was the Chief Guest of the Ceremony. Other literary/cultural personalities also attended the ceremony.

JS Bank is considered amongst the fastest growing banks within the Pakistan’s banking landscape with the support of its vast experienced management. The Bank now has an online network of 238 branches and presence in over 122 cities across Pakistan. In its unrelenting effort to provide high quality products and services, JS Bank continues to pursue the path of innovation and excellence. Please visit www.jsbl.com for more information.

(Group photo taken at the Raysham Awards & Cultural Evening held on 25th April, 2015 in Islamabad)

“The Management Conversations day”, 2015 held in Karachi at Mariott Hotel on the 4^th of April 2015 was sponsored by JS Bank. The event brought many great thinkers to one platform; enabling them to debate and share their views regarding the future of Pakistan.

The event included 700 and more delegates which covered speakers, panelists and moderators. There were 9 sessions, conversations, corporate interviews, debates, ministerial keynotes, and futurist keynotes, technology keynote, thought leader keynote, local success stories and interactive entertainment.

The event was attended by some by some very prominent Pakistani personalities who offered high-level analysis about the current business landscape. Speakers included founders and CEOs of fast-growing companies, icons in the Pakistani business community, parliamentarians, policy makers, management gurus, future thinkers, innovators, writers, leading academics and movers and shakers of civil society.

JS Bank is considered amongst the fastest growing banks within the Pakistan’s banking landscape with the support of its vast experienced management. The Bank now has a network of 238 branches and presence in over 122 cities across Pakistan. In its unrelenting effort to provide high quality products and services, JS Bank continues to pursue the path of innovation and excellence. Please visit www.jsbl.com for more information.

(Mr. Kamran Nasir (CEO JS Global) sharing his views on the Management Conversation day)

JS Bank Limited sponsored Pakistan’s first-ever International Media Conference titled One World One Media organized by the Pakistan Federal Union of Journalists from May 1 to 3 in Karachi.

The conference was inaugurated on May 1 in which delegates from more than 15 countries participated. The conference discussed media’s role in a democracy and in ending conflicts; role of civil society, its uses and abuses in media; embedded journalism; concentration of media ownership; global terrorism and role of media.

The conference provided a platform to journalists and media community to highlight the need to defend freedom of expression and human rights. It also projected a soft image of Pakistan through international media’s participation.  “We look forward to continue supporting such events that don’t only provide a platform to the media but also to make people aware of the facts up close and personal”, said Syed Naveed Rahman, representative of JS Bank Limited speaking on the occasion.

JS Bank is considered amongst the fastest growing banks within the Pakistan’s banking landscape with the support of its vast experienced management. The Bank now has a network of 238 branches and presence in over 122 cities across Pakistan. In its unrelenting effort to provide high quality products and services, JS Bank continues to pursue the path of innovation and excellence. Please visit www.jsbl.com for more information.

JS Bank sponsored the all popular TEDX event at the prestigious Lahore University of Management Sciences (LUMS). The theme of the event was Badal Do Sach (Changing Mindsets). The event featured talks by five brilliant speakers, as well as some exhilarating musical and dance performances by members of the LUMS community.

The event highlighted some significant problems in contemporary society through their stimulated discussions, the speakers successfully took the first bold step of changing the mindsets of at least those present in the audience.

In a collaborative effort by some exceptional personalities who dared to challenge the backward and often detrimental status quo, TEDx LUMS 2015 has paved the way for forward-thinking individuals who seek to promote goodness and prosperity in our society.

“JS Bank looks forward to continue supporting such events as we feel that creating awareness in our society is the first step towards changing the mindset of our people” said Attiq ur Rahman representative of JS Bank Limited, speaking on the occasion.

JS Bank is considered amongst the fastest growing banks within the Pakistan’s banking landscape with the support of its vast experienced management. The Bank now has a network of 238 branches and presence in over 122 cities across Pakistan. In its unrelenting effort to provide high quality products and services, JS Bank continues to pursue the path of innovation and excellence. Please visit www.jsbl.com for more information.

Caption: Mr. Attiq Ur Rehman, Regional Head JS Bank presenting a certificate to a participant of TEDX at Lahore University of Management Sciences.