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Press Release

In partnership with Kuwaiti General Secretariat of Supreme Council for Planning and

Development

MBRF and UNDP organize final phase of ‘Knowledge Journey in

Kuwait’ to prepare leaders of tomorrow

02 July 2025- The Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Knowledge Foundation (MBRF) and the
United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), in collaboration with Kuwait’s General

Secretariat of the Supreme Council for Planning and Development (SCPD), launched the third and
final phase of the ‘Knowledge Journey in Kuwait’ initiative. In line with its goal to empower Kuwaiti

women and youth, the initiative aims to nurture key leadership skills to address future challenges
and drive sustainable development across the public and private sectors. The concluding phase

included virtual sessions on June 23 and 25, 2025, followed by in-person workshops scheduled

from June 29 to July 1, 2025, in Kuwait.

In the final phase, nearly 60 participants benefitted from a dynamic and engaging learning
environment featuring interactive workshops, expert-led analytical sessions, and thought-

provoking discussions. Distinguished keynote speakers shared insights, while collaborative
working groups co-developed practical, forward-looking strategies for knowledge sustainability.

The results of the initiative, including policy recommendations for decision-makers, will act as a
strategic roadmap for shaping Kuwait’s knowledge-driven future.

His Excellency Jamal bin Huwaireb, CEO of MBRF, said, “Driven by our strong belief in human
capital investment, we strive to empower the youth by equipping them with future-ready skills to

meet the needs of a rapidly evolving world. At MBRF, we prioritize designing innovative programs
and knowledge initiatives that contribute to boosting youth competencies across the globe. Amid

this, the Knowledge Journey stands as a testament to our mission to increase opportunities for