Kuwait University: Launch of the 20th Khalifa Educational Award and Start of Nomination Applications

Dr. Laila Al-Azmi, Associate Professor at the College of Education at Kuwait University and Coordinator of the Khalifa Award for Education in Kuwait, announced the launch of the 20th edition of the award for the 2026–2027 period, with the opening of the nomination submission window for participating countries across all award categories from July 14 to December 31, 2026.

In a press statement, Dr. Al-Azmi emphasized Kuwait University’s commitment, in its capacity as the coordinating body for the award in Kuwait, to continue cooperation and coordination with the General Secretariat of the Khalifa Award for Education. This collaboration aims to strengthen institutional partnerships in supporting excellence and innovation in education, reflecting the university’s strategic pillar of achieving a distinguished regional and international presence.

She noted that the university is working to raise awareness of the award’s categories and fields, encouraging individuals and institutions to participate by showcasing their achievements and educational initiatives. This effort seeks to highlight outstanding national experiences, facilitate the exchange of expertise, and consolidate a culture of excellence within the education sector.

The 20th edition comprises ten fields and 18 categories at local, Arab, and international levels. It also introduces a new category, “Innovation and Artificial Intelligence in Education,” within the field of Innovative Educational Projects and Programs, to honor initiatives that leverage innovation and artificial intelligence to enhance the quality of education and create a sustainable educational impact.

Dr. Al-Azmi called on individuals and institutions to submit nominations and participate with their achievements and educational initiatives during the nomination period.

Established in the United Arab Emirates in 2007 under the directives of the late Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan (may God have mercy on him), the award aims to elevate educational practices in the UAE and the Arab world at all stages by recognizing outstanding individuals and innovators in various educational and pedagogical fields.

The award seeks to strengthen the educational sector in the UAE and the wider Arab world by encouraging and motivating creative and outstanding individuals working in this field. It honors innovative educational figures who support education and enrich the educational landscape through educational research, innovative projects, and educational programs. The award promotes the integration of modern technologies, new media, sustainable environments, and community service into education, while reinforcing the identity of the Arabic language in the educational sector as a key component of national identity. Additionally, it encourages promising talents in innovation to prepare them for producing innovative content in the future.