Highlights from the Kuwait Knowledge Journey 2024-2025
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The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), in partnership with the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Knowledge Foundation (MBRF) and the General Secretariat of the Supreme Council for Planning and Development (GSSCPD) in Kuwait, successfully hosted the "Knowledge Journey" event across three interactive phases. The event brought together Kuwaiti youth from diverse disciplines and sectors to explore emerging trends and share insights with policymakers, fostering dialogue aimed at shaping Kuwait’s knowledge-driven future and accelerating sustainable development.
Objectives
- Empower Kuwaiti youth with leadership and future-oriented skills to drive digital transformation and contribute to sustainable national development, in line with the Third National Development Plan and Kuwait Vision 2035.
- Promote dialogue between youth and decision makers, and strengthen public-private collaboration to foster innovation and a knowledge-based economy.
- Use data-driven insights to inform decision-making and shape strategies that enhance Kuwait's knowledge economy.
What are the stops of Kuwait Knowledge Journey?
Kuwait Knowledge Journey is divided into stops designed to prepare participants for workshops and dialogues with decision makers.
- Stop 1: 22 October 2024
Focused on analyzing and understanding the current state of the knowledge landscape in Kuwait, and reviewing the results of the Global Knowledge Index 2023. For full details, read the article here.
- Stop 2: 5-6 February 2025
- 5 February: Explored research, development, and innovation (RDI) as transformative drivers in the global knowledge economy, with attention to information and communication technology (ICT) and cross-regional collaboration.
- 6 February: Discussed the sectors related to education, emphasizing lifelong learning and vocational training as critical pillars of a knowledge economy.
- Stop 3 – Knowledge Week: Held Across 23, 25 June and 30 June–2 July
- A five-day hybrid event consolidated workshop insights from previous stops, with participants presenting proposals and actionable work plans to policymakers. Virtual sessions were held on 23 and 25 June, and in-person sessions took place from 30 June to 2 July.
- During the event, participants worked in teams to develop proposals reflecting their vision for a knowledge-driven future in Kuwait, with the best submissions invited to participate at the Knowledge Summit, taking place in Dubai in November 2025. Read the full story here.
Driving Innovation
The 'Knowledge Journey' event in Kuwait provided a unique platform for empowering youth to exchange ideas and stay abreast of the latest knowledge trends, thereby boosting both economic and creative competitiveness. Follow us to stay updated on our upcoming events during 'Knowledge Week' and join the upcoming discussions.