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Among the panellists with whom Alef Education shared the stage were several esteemed dignitaries,
including Mr Daouda Ndiaye, Lead Climate Change Specialist at Islamic Development Bank; Christine

Ozden, Global Director of Climate Education at Cambridge University Press & Assessment; Leyla Khalilova
Rzazada, Head of Strategic Planning and Performance Management at the Ministry of Education of the

Republic of Azerbaijan and the UNESCO Greening Education Partnership (GEP). The conference served as
a central forum for Alef Education to highlight its commitment to empowering girls through Education for

Sustainable Development (ESD), equipping them with the skills needed to tackle the challenges of climate
change.

Dr Aishah Al Yammahi, Strategic Advisor at Alef Education, said, “I was delighted to be part of the panel
discussion at COP29, which aligns with our ongoing efforts of empowering women and girls through

sustainable climate action. Our research-driven educational model has shown that female students in the
UAE outperform the OECD average in key global competencies related to climate change, including

awareness and self-efficacy. This achievement highlights the strength of UAE educational programs,
particularly in fostering global awareness and confidence among young girls. By equipping them with these
vital skills, we are not just providing an education—we are shaping the next generation of leaders in climate

resilience and sustainable action.”

During the discussion, Dr Aishah Al Yammahi highlighted a vital issue impacting the future of our planet:
empowering girls to be part of climate solutions. She also emphasised how this is crucial for building a

sustainable and resilient world. Equipping girls with requisite skills in climate science and sustainable
technologies, encouraging them to take on climate leadership roles, incorporating local and real-world

climate scenarios into K-12 education, supporting policies for enhancing girls’ participation in climate action,
and ensuring equitable access to climate project resources for girls are key pillars to overcome challenges.

Alef Education showcased two pivotal climate action programmes to demonstrate its commitment: the Alef
Metaverse—an immersive tool that educates students on climate change and sustainability, and the Alef

EcoChamps program—a self-paced environmental literacy course for UAE students aged 10-14, in which
50% of the participants are girls.

COP29 presents a dynamic platform to advance global climate commitments and foster international

collaboration to address pressing environmental challenges. As a leading EdTech provider in the region, Alef
Education remains steadfast in promoting positive climate action by contributing to global sustainability
forums.

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