Kuwait University Faculty of Science hosts 'Girls Power' event
The Faculty of Science at Kuwait University hosted an event to empower girls in science and technology fields, with the participation of 90 girls.
Translated by Qiyas from الوسط — Original source
The College of Science at Kuwait University hosted an event today, Saturday, under the umbrella of the Kuwait National Robotics Championship (KNRC), with the participation of approximately 90 girls, aiming to empower young women and encourage them to explore fields in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM).
The “Girls Power” event, organized by the Department of Computer Science in collaboration with the Departments of Physics and Chemistry at the college, coincides with the International Day of the Girl Child, observed annually on October 11. It reflects the College of Science’s commitment to nurturing scientific passion among girls from early educational stages.
Dr. Maha Al-Abdulkareem, Chair of the Executive Committee of the Kuwait National Robotics Championship, told the Kuwait News Agency (KUNA) that the event underscores the importance of providing girls with opportunities to discover their scientific and technical capabilities and to enhance their participation in fields that contribute to shaping the future.
She added that holding the event in conjunction with the International Day of the Girl Child highlights the significance of investing in girls’ abilities from an early age. She noted that collaboration among the scientific departments at the College of Science offers participants the chance to closely explore scientific applications and academic specializations, thereby fostering their scientific curiosity and encouraging them to transform their ideas into innovations and practical solutions.
The event includes interactive scientific activities and experiments presented by the Physics and Chemistry departments, giving participants the opportunity to learn about scientific concepts and their practical applications in daily life and modern technologies. It also provides an educational environment that combines learning, discovery, experimentation, and teamwork.
The initiative aims to introduce girls to scientific and technological specializations, develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and innovation skills, broaden their academic and professional horizons, and encourage them to pursue disciplines related to science and technology.
The event aligns with the objectives of the Kuwait National Robotics Championship in identifying national talent, enhancing students’ skills in scientific and technical fields, and promoting collaboration among academic and educational institutions, thereby supporting the dissemination of scientific culture and reinforcing the role of science and technology in building a knowledge-based economy.
