Memorandum of Understanding Signed Between Sabah Al-Ahmad Center for Giftedness and American University of Kuwait - Sarmad

Sabah Al-Ahmad Center for Talent and Creativity, one of the centers under the Kuwait Foundation for the Advancement of Sciences, has signed a memorandum of understanding with the American International University in Kuwait (AIU) to support gifted and creative individuals and to foster a culture of innovation in the State of Kuwait.

Nada Al-Daihani, the Center’s General Director, stated that signing the memorandum with AIU represents an important step toward strengthening cooperation with academic and educational institutions and providing broader opportunities for young people to develop their skills in entrepreneurship and technology.

Al-Daihani added that supporting gifted and creative individuals requires integrated efforts between specialized institutions and educational entities. This collaboration will contribute to providing training and scientific programs and activities that help young people develop their capabilities and take advantage of local and international educational and competitive opportunities.

For her part, Areej Al-Ghanim, Vice Chairperson of the Board of Trustees of the American International University in Kuwait, emphasized the importance of cooperation with entities focused on nurturing young talent and capabilities. She noted that supporting entrepreneurship and technical training are key aspects in developing young people’s skills and preparing them for the future.

Al-Ghanim said that the signing of the memorandum reflects the commitment of both the Sabah Al-Ahmad Center for Talent and Creativity and the American International University in Kuwait to build an effective partnership that contributes to empowering youth, supporting the gifted and creative, and enhancing knowledge and skills in the fields of science, technology, and entrepreneurship. This, in turn, supports efforts to prepare a generation capable of innovation and contributing to building a future based on knowledge and creativity.

The memorandum focuses on enhancing joint cooperation and exchanging expertise in entrepreneurship, technical training, and youth skill development. It aims to strengthen learning and training opportunities in entrepreneurship and modern technologies, serving individuals aged 7 to 35, and contributing to creating a supportive environment for innovation, creativity, and capability development.

Under the terms of the memorandum, the Sabah Al-Ahmad Center for Talent and Creativity will offer a range of training programs, courses, and scientific activities, alongside organizing local and international competitions, and engaging experienced and qualified lecturers and experts in relevant fields. Meanwhile, the American International University in Kuwait will contribute to achieving the memorandum’s shared objectives, thereby enhancing opportunities for youth skill development and expanding their access to educational and training programs and initiatives.