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Twelve lucky individuals will have their dreams made a reality this year, thanks to the latest community initiative from Zain Bahrain.
The telecommunications provider's chief operating officer, Dr Ahmed Al Shatti explained: "We all have dreams and for most of us, it is in our own hands to try and make them come true. But for many people, making dreams into realities are made more difficult either through lack of having the right contacts, no funding, physical disadvantages or even the lack of confidence in their own abilities.
"We want to give such people a unique chance to have their dreams come true. The campaign focuses around three key areas that have always been at the heart of our corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiatives - youth empowerment through education, sports and a healthy lifestyle and caring for individuals with special needs."
Over the course of 12 months, starting this month, Zain Bahrain will invite people living in Bahrain to submit a short summary of their dream and how it relates to the company's three CSR areas.
At the end of each month, a panel made up of independent judges will review every application and then select one winner per month.
Zain has set-aside a sum of money that officials believe is sufficient to help 12 people achieve their dreams.
The selected 'dreamer' will be advised by telephone and details of the 'dream' will be published on www.zain.com. Unsuccessful applicants are welcome to re-submit entries each month.
Dr Al Shatti added: "We wish everyone with a dream good luck - we want to help you make that dream come true." GulfWeekly took to the kingdom's malls and asked eight people what their dreams were.
Sami Al Mashouk 14, St Christopher's School student,
from A'ali:
"I'm down-to-earth and very content with my life at the moment. But I have noticed though that the Fuddruckers portions have decreased in size. If I had one wish and one dream, it would be to make the portions bigger!"
Yasmin Al Mashouk, 12, St Christopher's School student,
from A'ali:
I dream of becoming a famous lawyer one day so that I can help the needy and fight for what is right. I would like the chance to study in all the prestigious schools to make my dream come true.
Jacqueline Kent, 44, mother,
from Saar:
"I dream of becoming a fashion photographer. I am a mother and a photographer with hopes of getting involved in the fashion industry. Go ahead, make my dream come true."
Miranda Kent, (above), 15 Bahrain School student, from Saar:
"I have always wanted to be a supermodel. I actually just finished modelling at Coach's new spring collection in Al A'ali Mall. I love fashion and would love the chance to be a part of the fashion world and further my modelling career."
Omar Samarraa, 18, government school
student, from Adliya:
"Right now I really need a car. But I don't want just any car; I want my dream car which is a BMW M3. It will really help me get around. I would love to own that car."
Salman Abdul Wahid, 18, Dilmun University student, from Sehla:
"I dream of purchasing my dream car which is a Mercedes sports car, and I also hope to further my education. Since I can only pick one dream then I would like to further my education by studying in London. At the end of the day, obtaining my university degree and masters will then help me get my dream job and my dream car."
Samir Ali, 36, project executive, from
Budaiya:
"I dream of owning a villa in Bahrain. I am Palestinian who holds a Norwegian passport. It would be amazing to have a home I can call my own which I can later pass on to my children and my grandchildren. "You don't know how great it is to have a feeling of belonging and security. This is my ultimate dream."
Moncef Bouamama, 35, project executive, from
Budaiya:
"My dream is to have one million dollars. Then with that money I can make my dreams come true."
