Five on One selects Hashem Al-Rafai to represent Kuwait at the UN Climate Conference
Student Hashem Al-Rafai selected to represent Kuwait at COP31 in Turkey under the Five on One initiative
Translated by Qiyas from الجريدة — Original source
Kuwaiti student Hashem Al-Rifai has been selected to represent Kuwait at the United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP31) in Antalya, Turkey, as part of the “51Talk Student Initiative,” following his victory in the final rounds held recently at the Kuwait National Library in partnership with the library and in the presence of Sheikha Fawza Fahad Al-Sabah.
Sheikha Fawza Al-Sabah stated that “providing such opportunities is essential for developing students’ communication skills and boosting their self-confidence, encouraging them to express their opinions freely and confidently, whether in local forums or international platforms.”
The winner, Al-Rifai, will represent Kuwait at the climate conference in Turkey under the student initiative, marking Kuwait’s first participation in this program, which will enable him to share his ideas on environment and sustainability and connect with participants from various countries.
Hashem expressed his joy at winning, saying, “I felt proud and happy after the victory. Representing the State of Kuwait in Turkey is a wonderful feeling for me, and I am proud to represent my country on a global stage. I also benefited and learned a lot through the 51Talk platform.”
On her part, Al-Rifai’s mother said, “Kuwait is a small country in terms of area, but it is large in its contributions and brims with talents and ambitions that need to be highlighted, which is what the ‘51Talk’ platform has done for my son.”
In the same context, Wafaa Al-Ali said, “Through this initiative, we aim to extend the English language learning experience beyond the classroom and provide our students with real opportunities to use their skills and express their ideas with confidence. Selecting a student from Kuwait to represent his country internationally reflects our vision of empowering young learners and linking the skills they acquire with practical experiences and real-world opportunities.”
“51Talk Kuwait” emphasized that the initiative is part of its efforts to empower children to speak confidently and communicate with the world, develop their skills, and provide opportunities to use English in practical experiences and international participations.
The company expressed its appreciation to the Kuwait National Library for its cooperation in organizing the event, which marks the company’s first in-person activity in Kuwait, highlighting the importance of community partnerships in supporting students and enhancing their capabilities.
“51Talk” is a specialized online English language learning platform that focuses on developing language skills among young learners and enhancing their communication abilities, with a presence in several Asian and Gulf markets.
