ShareKUWAIT: Kuwait Times and Kuwait News are sponsoring Academy X, an initiative by CODED Academy aimed at harnessing the potential of female students for a future in technology and artificial intelligence, with Zain a key strategic partner in this endeavor. A media conference took place on Tuesday at the Culture Center at Kuwait University to announce the launch of Academy X.
During the media conference, CEO of CODED Academy Hashim Behbehani welcomed the audience and announced the launch of the first iteration of Academy X initiative in 2024. The primary goal of this initiative is to empower young girls aged between 14 and 18 by providing them with essential skills needed to excel in the technology sector. This initiative is specifically aimed at providing equal opportunities for girls and boys. He also said the objective for 2024 is to reach 300 female students, teaching them the latest technology and artificial intelligence tools to help them build their future, whether by starting their own businesses or excelling in their careers.
Behbehani further elaborated that this initiative is for free due to the support from strategic partners such as Zain, as well as media sponsors such as Kuwait Times and Kuwait News, which brought success to this initiative and its message delivery to the people. PR and CSR Manager at Kuwait Times and Kuwait News Jana Alnaqeeb emphasized the commitment of Kuwait Times and Kuwait News to their media responsibilities and confirmed to follow the students’ journey and showcase their projects to the public.
Jumanah AlMutawa, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Manager at Zain, expressed gratitude towards CODED for sharing its vision with Zain, highlighting Zain’s dedication to offering equal opportunities for both male and female students. She also emphasized the importance of initiatives like Academy X, as she cited a study that predicts significant changes in the job market due to advancements in technology. She concluded by shedding light on Zain’s commitment to supporting initiatives that empower women and social development. As for this initiative, Zain will keep in touch with mentoring and supporting the students’ progress.
Associate Professor at the College of Business Administration at Kuwait University Dr Abrar Hasan expressed her satisfaction with Kuwait University’s strategic partnership with CODED, emphasizing the importance of empowering the new generation, particularly women, in the field of science. She highlighted that Academy X plays a central role in this partnership by equipping students with necessary tools to excel in technology and artificial intelligence projects. “By encouraging girls towards this field, CODED is investing in a brighter future that benefits everyone, going beyond limitations, thus, creating opportunities for all,” she explained.
