The AlBabtain Central Library for Arabic Poetry at night, lit from within

Social Responsibility

Inspired by its founder, the Group supports educational, cultural and humanitarian initiatives.

1974Scholarship established
9,000+Full scholarships awarded
1989Foundation established
2006Central Library opened

Our Commitment

“We believe that meaningful success carries a responsibility to contribute positively to society and to play an active role in its advancement.”

Social responsibility has long been a core pillar of the Group’s mission. It was inspired by the founder, Abdulaziz Saud AlBabtain, whose lifelong dedication to education, Arabic literature and cultural dialogue continues to guide the Group’s foundations and the initiatives it supports today.

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The arcade and steps at the AlBabtain Central Library for Arabic Poetry, Kuwait City

Foundations

Over the years, the Group has established foundations dedicated to learning, Arabic culture and peace.

1974Education

Saud AlBabtain Scholarship for Postgraduate Studies

Since its inception in 1974, the scholarship has awarded more than 9,000 full scholarships, enabling students to pursue postgraduate studies and realise their academic potential.

1989Culture · Peace

Abdulaziz Saud AlBabtain Cultural Foundation

The Foundation enriches Arabic literature and culture through poetry competitions and initiatives that promote dialogue, peace and harmony worldwide.

It has organised three World Forums for the Culture of Peace, held at the International Court of Justice in The Hague, in Malta and in Egypt.

2006Literature

AlBabtain Central Library for Arabic Poetry

Founded by the Group in Kuwait, it is recognised as the world’s largest specialised library of Arabic poetry.

Its collection spans books, manuscripts, periodicals and academic research.

The AlBabtain Central Library for Arabic Poetry, Kuwait, lit at dusk

Kuwait · Opened 2006

AlBabtain Central Library for Arabic Poetry

Humanitarian and Development

Beyond education and culture, the Group contributes to humanitarian and development initiatives worldwide, including the construction of hospitals, schools, mosques and infrastructure projects.

Among these projects are the AlBabtain Center for Burns in Kuwait and the Saud AlBabtain Cardiac Center in Saudi Arabia, which support essential medical services in the region.