Dr. Al-Aqab: Kuwait's preparations to celebrate the silver jubilee of the International Day for Preventing the Exploitation of the Environment in War and Armed Conflict
On the occasion of the silver jubilee of the International Day for Preventing the Exploitation of the Environment in War and Armed Conflict, which falls on November 6th each year, the Kuwait Environment Protection Society called for the commemoration of this international occasion in cultural centers, museums, and national galleries, thus preserving the historical memory of the State of Kuwait and its role in drawing the international community's attention to the effects of wars and conflicts […]
On World Environment Day, the society calls for the protection of environmental heritage through continued financial and logistical support.
Dr. Wajdan Al-Aqab, President of the Kuwait Environment Protection Society, called for “accelerating national, regional, and global efforts to address climate change and promote the transition towards low-emission development and the building of more resilient societies to climate impacts.” This came on the occasion of World Environment Day, which falls on Friday, June 5th this year, under the theme “Action for Climate,” in which she emphasized […]
Arab call to utilize the “International Day for Preventing the Exploitation of the Environment in War” in Arab environmental media
The Arab Producers Union, affiliated with the Council of Arab Information Ministers of the League of Arab States, considered that “Kuwait’s hosting of the 104th session of the Standing Committee for Arab Media and the 22nd regular session of the Executive Bureau of the Council of Arab Information Ministers, with the participation of representatives of member states and relevant organizations and unions, reflects and reinforces Kuwait’s national role and dimension in supporting Arab causes, as well as its influential engagement […]
The society supports national efforts in the areas of food security through its environmental education programs.
The Kuwait Environment Protection Society stated that its efforts and roles in environmental education align with and support the plans and programs of relevant government entities, including the Ministries of Education and Higher Education and Scientific Research, in addition to being consistent with international partnership programs aimed at enhancing food security and sustainability. This was confirmed in a press statement today by Engineer Yousef Abdulredha Al-Ramzi, Vice President and official spokesperson for the team.
The society: Including “November 6th” in school curricula is in line with the education initiative for a better education for our children.
Dr. Wajdan Al-Aqab, President of the Kuwait Environment Protection Society, affirmed that “her proposal submitted to the Minister of Education, Engineer Jalal Sayed Abdulmohsen Al-Tabtabai, regarding the inclusion of material on (November 6th – the International Day for Preventing the Exploitation of the Environment in War and Armed Conflict) in the educational curricula, is entirely consistent with the Ministry of Education’s initiative, efforts, and rapid steps towards better education for our children at all levels […]
On International Human Rights Day, the society emphasized the importance of promoting environmental human rights and enshrining their societal principles.
Dr. Wajdan Al-Aqab, President of the Kuwait Environment Protection Society, affirmed that “the umbrella of promoting a culture of human rights, stemming from the State of Kuwait’s vision (New Kuwait 2035) in its seventh pillar, “A Sustainable Living Environment,” as well as participation in executive tasks and even leading the way in this field, falls within the human rights of knowledge and community participation.” Dr. Al-Aqab indicated in a press statement […]
The society commends Kuwait Oil Company's support for media materials aimed at preventing "the use of the environment in wars".“
Dr. Wajdan Al-Aqab, President of the Kuwait Environment Protection Society, emphasized the importance of Kuwait Oil Company's commitment, as a national and strategic supporter, to celebrating the International Day for Preventing the Exploitation of the Environment in War and Armed Conflict. She commended the company's support for media materials that can be used for awareness and education on this issue, specifically mentioning the film "Kuwait Fires" by director David Douglas, and praising the Scientific Center for its interest in […]
The society: Renewing its commitment to social justice through concrete actions for the sustainable development process, in response to the launch of the “Second World Summit for Social Development Doha 2025“, in the Qatari capital, Doha, at the ”Qatar National Convention Centre”.”
In a press release issued today, the Kuwait Environment Protection Society stressed “the importance of renewing the commitment to social justice and translating this commitment into concrete actions that place human beings at the heart of the sustainable development process, by launching and expanding the scope of social participation justice for all, whether individuals, institutions, or civil organizations, as active strategic partners in the foundations, pillars, and elements of that comprehensive development.” […]
“"The Fleet of Resilience... in the face of famine and genocide"”
Dr. Wajdan Al-Aqab, a member of the Regional Advisory Group, a member of the Global Network of Civil Society Organizations for Disaster Risk Reduction, and Chairperson of the Board of Directors of the Kuwait Environment Protection Society, commented on the tense events in the Mediterranean, which have reached every follower of smartphone screens and news channels, hoping for the success of international peace efforts to try to break the abhorrent siege on Gaza by land and sea, […]