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1/21/25, 11:02 AM MBRF and UNDP to organize second phase of ‘Knowledge Journey in Kuwait’ - Middle East News 247

Mr. Sherif Eltokali, Deputy Resident Representative – UNDP Kuwait, said: “The upcoming Knowledge
Week will showcase the immense potential of Kuwaiti youth and their role in driving sustainable

development. Through this initiative, we seek to nurture an environment that promotes public-private
collaboration, in line with the nation’s ongoing efforts to achieve economic diversification.”

Ms. Eman Al-Sharrah, Director of the National Knowledge Economy Center, said: “The ‘Knowledge
Journey in Kuwait’ initiative marks a key milestone in realizing the objectives of ‘Kuwait Vision 2035’ and
fostering a knowledge-driven society. Events like this drive cross-sector collaboration and empower young

people to take on leadership roles as we build a sustainable economy. The initiative will also offer youth the
essential tools for embracing innovation and strategic thinking, paving the way for a brighter tomorrow.”

The ‘Knowledge Journey’ has been divided into various phases to promote active participation in the
workshops and dialogue sessions with decision-makers. The first phase, which was conducted on October

22, 2024, focused on analyzing and gaining insights into the nation’s present knowledge ecosystem and
reviewing the results of the Global Knowledge Index (GKI) 2023.

The second phase, slated for February 5 – 6, will explore the role of innovation and information and
communication technology (ICT) as transformative forces in the global economy. It will also discuss how
technology, research and development, and digital literacy can be leveraged to drive sustainable

development in the Middle East region. On the second day, the need to redesign educational systems in line
with future needs and the importance of lifelong learning and vocational training will be explored.

The third phase, titled ‘Knowledge Week,’ will be held from April 20-24, 2025, marking the conclusion of the
‘Knowledge Journey’ initiative. The five-day-long discussions will revisit key insights and outcomes of

previous phases, with participants presenting their proposals and plans for advancing the knowledge
economy to decision-makers. Youth participants can now register for the upcoming phases of the ‘Knowledge
Journey’ via the following link: https://bit.ly/KKJ_CFAAr.

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