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KUWAIT: To mark Canadian Thanksgiving 2025 and Urban October 2025, UN-Habitat, the Embassy of Canada in Kuwait, the Youth Public Authority, Shamiya Greenhouse, and the Canadian Women’s Network in Kuwait hosted the children’s event “Come Plant with Us!”. On the sidelines of the event, the Ambassador of Canada to Kuwait, Tara Scheurwater, highlighted the spirit of gratitude and community as the Canadian Embassy celebrated Canadian Thanksgiving with an environmental and educational event held at the Shamiya Greenhouse.

Ambassador Scheurwater explained that Thanksgiving in Canada is celebrated at the beginning of October, marking the harvest and its connection to nature, as well as the appreciation of its abundance. She added, “In Canada, when we celebrate Thanksgiving, we do so at the beginning of October because it’s a celebration of the harvest. It’s inextricably linked with nature and with the gratitude we feel for the world around us,” expressing appreciation to the hosts for providing a space that encourages environmental awareness and community engagement.

“We decided to come to this wonderful location with our great hosts, who always do such a fantastic job welcoming the people of Kuwait. The facility here celebrates nature and teaches children and visitors the importance of cultivating and appreciating plants, as well as learning more about recycling and doing our part for the environment,” the Canadian ambassador noted. She added that the Embassy hoped the event would provide an opportunity for visitors to enjoy a meaningful and fun-filled day, while also fostering a sense of gratitude for the natural world. Additionally, the event emphasized the importance of volunteer work, with participation from several community organizations.

She said, “We have so many volunteers here today. I think we might even have more volunteers than children. Volunteers from the Canadian Women’s Association, the Youth Public Authority, and the Shamia Greenhouse have all given up their weekend to be part of this event, along with my colleagues from the Embassy.” Meanwhile, the Head of the UN-Habitat Program in Kuwait, Ameera Alhassan, highlighted the importance of environmental education, community engagement, and volunteerism as part of the UN-Habitat October Urban Month celebrations.

She explained that every October, cities around the world host UN-Habitat activities promoting sustainable urban living. In Kuwait, the program collaborates annually with the Shamiya Greenhouse, and this year marks the third consecutive year of organizing an educational and environmental event for children in cooperation with the Embassy of Canada. “The goal of this activity is to harness the energy of youth to train children through hands-on activities inspired by the natural environment around us. The seeds, plants, and materials used in the four main activities are all derived from natural elements found within the reserve such as seeds and tree leaves.”

She added that the activities are designed to engage children based on their talents and interests, explaining “Those with artistic abilities can join the art workshop, while others can participate in story reading or planting activities, including sowing seeds and transplanting seedlings. The idea is to step away from technology for a while and reconnect with nature especially in light of global climate change.” Alhassan emphasized that the initiative aims to provide families and children with a fun and educational weekend activity, fostering cooperation between the Kuwaiti community and the Canadian community, while encouraging learning through play; acknowledging the ongoing support of the Public Authority for Youth, which manages the Shamiya Reserve.

“The Authority continuously supports us, not only for this event but throughout the year. Every Saturday morning, we organize similar activities based on the season such as the recent date-harvest season, and soon we’ll host a Seed Exchange Day,” she said. She further highlighted the importance of promoting biodiversity, noting that the diversity of seeds strengthens plants, noting “It’s important to raise awareness that we shouldn’t always plant the same type of crop, we need variety to sustain healthy ecosystems.”

On volunteerism, Alhassan stressed its critical role in community development, stating “UN-Habitat has a special section dedicated to youth engagement and volunteerism and strongly encourages the training of students and volunteers. The United Nations also has a dedicated body called the United Nations Volunteers (UNV) program, which allows people from around the world to contribute their skills through volunteer work.”

She concluded by emphasizing that UN-Habitat encourages everyone from youth and retirees to homemakers to make good use of their free time in productive and meaningful ways that benefit society. This year’s Urban October was celebrated under the global theme “Local Actions, Global Impact,” which highlighted the importance of community-driven initiatives that contribute to sustainable urban development and climate action. Urban October began with World Habitat Day on October 6th and will conclude with World Cities Day on October 31st, bringing together communities worldwide to reflect on how urban life can become more inclusive, resilient, and sustainable.

Held for the third consecutive year, the event once again highlighted the strong collaboration between the Kuwaiti and Canadian communities in promoting environmental awareness and their shared commitment to greening Kuwait. It reflected the community’s continued dedication to sustainability, volunteerism, and civic engagement essential values that contribute to building greener, cleaner, and more sustainable cities.

Children and their families enjoyed a variety of engaging and educational activities, including Sustainable Scavenger Hunt, Green Thumb Project, Art & Craft Corner, and Community Narratives. The event reflected the deep friendship between Canada and Kuwait, as well as the continued cooperation between their communities in advancing youth engagement, environmental stewardship and climate action.

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Bourisli: Zain seeks purpose-driven talent who share our passion for creating positive change

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KUWAIT: Zain Kuwait sponsored the 4th edition of Watheefti, the largest career gathering in Kuwait. The event was held over the weekend at The Arena under the patronage of Minister of Information and Culture and Minister of State for Youth Affairs Abdulrahman Bedah Al-Mutairi. The opening ceremony was attended by Nawal Bourisli, Chief Purpose and HR Officer, and Waleed Al-Khashti, Chief Corporate Affairs and Relations Officer, along with Zain’s HR team and senior executives from leading employers across the public and private sectors.

At the fair, Zain offered graduates and job seekers a comprehensive overview of the career opportunities and professional development paths available at the company, especially in technology and digital innovation. The company also showcased its efforts to invest in young national talent and equip them with future skills in artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, data science, and more. This approach reflects Zain’s strategic direction to strengthen the presence of national talent in the technology sector and to empower them professionally in support of a more competitive market.

Watheefti offered a valuable opportunity to engage closely with graduates.

Watheefti offered a valuable opportunity to engage closely with graduates.

Commenting on the occasion, Nawal Bourisli said: “At Zain, we embed purpose into our culture and our teams, and we strive to attract purpose-driven national talent who share our passion for creating positive impact. This is the compass that guides our hiring and development decisions. We want teams that believe technology is a means to elevate human well-being, and that translate this belief into action by harnessing innovation and serving customers with a mindset that delivers our purpose: Better Lives. Lasting Connections.”

She added: “Our participation in Watheefti aligns with our 4WARD strategy, which places people and purpose at the heart of Zain’s business. It is embodied by UNITY, an internal cultural and operational transformation program that unifies teams around a shared goal and puts purpose and the customer experience at the core of performance. UNITY translates our leadership’s vision to become a human-centric TechCo, where purpose is the standard for decision-making and a multiplier of impact.”

At Zain’s booth, visitors were also introduced to Zain Group’s graduate training program Generation Z (GenZ), which channels the Group’s efforts to invest in young national talent and prepare a new generation of entrepreneurs. The company also invited university students to apply to the Zain FUN program for part-time opportunities. Watheefti is the largest job fair in Kuwait. The event was held over the weekend at The Arena Kuwait with the participation of more than 110 companies from 14 sectors, serving over 40,000 graduates and job seekers, and featured a wide range of knowledge and interactive activities such as panel sessions, talks, workshops, and interviews.

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Kuwait Airways launches its first training courses in Artificial Intelligence

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KUWAIT: As part of its ongoing efforts to develop and enhance employee performance, Kuwait Airways organized its first training course on artificial intelligence. The course focused on fields related to public relations, marketing, and social media. Commenting on the launch of the course, the Director of Corporate Communications and Marketing at Kuwait Airways, Hamad Bader Al-Ozainah, stated, “This training course is the first of its kind on artificial intelligence organized by the Training and Development Department at Kuwait Airways.

This course will be expanded in the future to include other specializations that will play a vital role in developing and enhancing employee performance, developing their professional and intellectual capabilities, and fostering new horizons for innovation and creativity, all of which will positively impact the company’s overall performance.” Al-Ozainah added that the course included the use of well-known applications and programs such as ChatGPT, Microsoft 365 Copilot, DeepSeek, and other modern technologies designed to support employees in finding effective solutions for their daily tasks, as well as in organizing advertising and media campaigns, among other functions.

He emphasized that using these programs effectively requires intensive practice and training to achieve optimal results, whether in conducting research, generating analyses, or monitoring the company’s performance across social media platforms. Al-Ozainah stated that the objective of this course is to enhance employee efficiency and performance in line with the technological advancements in artificial intelligence, particularly within the air transport sector. He explained that Kuwait Airways continues to focus on educating and equipping its employees in an optimal manner that aligns with the scale and pace of development in the region.

Al-Ozainah noted that this initiative is part of Kuwait Airways’ comprehensive digital transformation strategy, which aims to enhance the company’s technological infrastructure and integrate artificial intelligence tools into various operational and administrative functions. This integration, he explained, will help accelerating procedures and enhance decision-making accuracy through data-driven insights and smart analysis. He pointed out that Kuwait Airways, in line with its strong commitment to investing in the human element, strives to create a work environment that encourages innovation and enhances employees’ capabilities with the skills needed to navigate future technologies.

This approach supports the establishment of a culture of continuous learning within the company in general. Al-Ozainah concluded by emphasizing Kuwait Airways’ commitment to staying at the forefront of the latest developments in the aviation industry, particularly in the field of artificial intelligence and its wide-ranging applications. He noted that the national carrier consistently prioritizes the development of the company’s internal work system, whether through the adoption of cutting-edge technologies and or by training employees to achieve its desired goals.

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Kuwait Airways launches its first training courses in Artificial Intelligence

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KUWAIT: As part of its ongoing efforts to develop and enhance employee performance, Kuwait Airways organized its first training course on artificial intelligence. The course focused on fields related to public relations, marketing, and social media. Commenting on the launch of the course, the Director of Corporate Communications and Marketing at Kuwait Airways, Hamad Bader Al-Ozainah, stated, “This training course is the first of its kind on artificial intelligence organized by the Training and Development Department at Kuwait Airways.

This course will be expanded in the future to include other specializations that will play a vital role in developing and enhancing employee performance, developing their professional and intellectual capabilities, and fostering new horizons for innovation and creativity, all of which will positively impact the company’s overall performance.” Al-Ozainah added that the course included the use of well-known applications and programs such as ChatGPT, Microsoft 365 Copilot, DeepSeek, and other modern technologies designed to support employees in finding effective solutions for their daily tasks, as well as in organizing advertising and media campaigns, among other functions.

He emphasized that using these programs effectively requires intensive practice and training to achieve optimal results, whether in conducting research, generating analyses, or monitoring the company’s performance across social media platforms. Al-Ozainah stated that the objective of this course is to enhance employee efficiency and performance in line with the technological advancements in artificial intelligence, particularly within the air transport sector. He explained that Kuwait Airways continues to focus on educating and equipping its employees in an optimal manner that aligns with the scale and pace of development in the region.

Al-Ozainah noted that this initiative is part of Kuwait Airways’ comprehensive digital transformation strategy, which aims to enhance the company’s technological infrastructure and integrate artificial intelligence tools into various operational and administrative functions. This integration, he explained, will help accelerating procedures and enhance decision-making accuracy through data-driven insights and smart analysis. He pointed out that Kuwait Airways, in line with its strong commitment to investing in the human element, strives to create a work environment that encourages innovation and enhances employees’ capabilities with the skills needed to navigate future technologies.

This approach supports the establishment of a culture of continuous learning within the company in general. Al-Ozainah concluded by emphasizing Kuwait Airways’ commitment to staying at the forefront of the latest developments in the aviation industry, particularly in the field of artificial intelligence and its wide-ranging applications. He noted that the national carrier consistently prioritizes the development of the company’s internal work system, whether through the adoption of cutting-edge technologies and or by training employees to achieve its desired goals.

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