stc has announced its sponsorship of “The Power of the Youth 2023” forum organized by Emtidad, as part of its corporate social responsibility (CSR) ‘Weyak’ initiative in its second season. The forum was held under the patronage of H.E. Abdulrahman Badah Al-Mutairi, Minister of Information and Culture and Minister of State for Youth Affairs and in partnership with the Association of Small and Medium Enterprises of Kuwait.
Held from March 7th till March 8th, the forum aimed to showcase the achievements and potentials of Kuwaiti youth in various fields such as medicine, science, engineering, space, technology, sports, and art. The event included an exhibition, activities, and discussion panels that focus on the contributions and accomplishments of young Kuwaitis. Engineer Fahad Al Ali, Chief Technology Officer of stc, delivered a motivational speech to the attendees during the forum, highlighting the importance of the SME sector in Kuwait’s evolving economy.
In line with its ongoing commitment to support and empower the youth, stc organized a discussion during the forum that was led by Ahmad Al Nowaibet, PR and Social Media Manager at stc. The discussion shed light on some of the accomplishments young people in Kuwait have achieved within sports and arts. stc has participated in numerous events where the Company collaborated with SMEs to create a positive impact for the community. Aside from the topics covered by Al Nowaibet, the discussion ultimately reflected the long-standing commitment stc upholds to providing the youth with opportunities to develop their skills and contribute to their communities.
Commenting on stc’s sponsorship and participation, Danah AlJasem stc’s Corporate Communications General Manager said, “We are proud to have sponsored the forum as part of our ongoing commitment to supporting youth development in Kuwait. As a digital leader, stc recognizes the important role that young people and SMEs play in driving innovation and progress, and we will continue to actively support in providing them with the resources, tools, and opportunities they need to succeed. Through our participation in the forum, we were able to connect with young Kuwaitis, learn from their experiences, and share our own expertise and insights. We are dedicated to empowering young Kuwaitis and helping them to realize their full potential, and we look forward to continuing to support youth development in the years to come.”
AlJasem added, “On behalf of stc, I would like to extend our sincere gratitude to H.E. Abdulrahman Badah Al-Mutairi, Minister of Information and Culture and Minister of State for Youth Affairs, Dawood Maraafi, General Manager of Emtidad, and the Association of Small and Medium Enterprises of Kuwait for their leadership and vision in organizing this important event. Their dedication to supporting youth development in Kuwait is truly inspiring, and we are honored to have had the opportunity to partner with them and contribute to their efforts. We look forward to continuing to work alongside our partners in both the government and private sectors to create a brighter future for young Kuwaitis and help them to reach their full potential.”
