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Press Release

Alef Education Showcases Alef Metaverse at COY18,

Reinforcing Commitment to Climate Education

November 30, 2023: Alef Education, a UAE‐based global leader in education technology,
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participated in the 18 UN Climate Change Conference of Youth (COY18), showcasing its
innovative Alef Metaverse, a pioneering digital world that nurtures skill development and
prepares students for future climate challenges. The event was held at Expo City Dubai
recently.

The participation of Alef Education at COY18 as a gold sponsor underscores its commitment
to raising awareness about climate change and promoting sustainable practices among the
youth through its innovative solutions that provide personalized learning experiences and
data‐driven insights.

Alef Education attended the opening ceremony of COY18, where the conference was officially
unfolded in the presence of prominent figures such as HE Mariam bint Mohammed Saeed
Hareb Almheiri, Minister of Climate Change and Environment, and HE Reem Al Hashemy,
Minister of State for International Cooperation. During the inaugural ceremony, distinguished
leaders emphasized the pivotal role of the community in nurturing environmental
stewardship and empowering the younger generation with the necessary knowledge and
skills to address the complex challenges of climate change on a global scale.

As part of the company’s engagement at COY18, Dr. Tina Kapp, Head of Learning at Alef
Education, hosted a special session titled, ‘Inspiring and Involving Youth in Climate Education.’
Dr. Kapp led an insightful discussion on strategies for engaging young learners in community
action, both within school premises and in broader community settings. The session
emphasized specific tools aimed at enhancing youth engagement and empowering them to
take concrete actions for meaningful climate initiatives in both blended and face‐to‐face
learning environments.

Geoffrey Alphonso, CEO of Alef Education, said: “We are honored to have participated in
COY18, a dedicated platform empowering young voices to influence global climate policies
and promoting universal accessibility. Alef Education has always been a pioneer in education
technology, and our active participation at COY18 reassures our goal to provide effective
learning solutions to students worldwide beyond merely curriculum‐based content. We
strongly believe that every student should have access to educational climate change and
action knowledge through various learning solutions, such as Alef Education’s climate change
metaverse.”

Alef Metaverse represents a significant step towards incorporating immersive and engaging
educational tools to address the urgent need for environmental education. It seamlessly