Kuwaiti airlift delivers 40 tons of food, shelter aid to Syria
The fourth humanitarian airlift flight from Kuwait arrived at Damascus International Airport on Wednesday, carrying 40 tons of food and shelter aid as part of the ongoing Kuwait airbridge campaign. The mission is aimed at assisting the most vulnerable groups in Syria under the humanitarian initiative “Kuwait By Your Side,” organized by the Al-Salam Charitable and Humanitarian Society, in coordination with Kuwait’s Ministries of Social Affairs, Foreign Affairs, and Defense, with the support of the Kuwait Air Force.
Dina Salameh, spokesperson for the Syrian Arab Red Crescent, told Kuwait News Agency (KUNA) that Kuwait is in continuous contact with the Syrian Red Crescent to assess essential needs and expedite deliveries. The assistance is immediately distributed to the most vulnerable families, including those caring for the disabled, people suffering from chronic illnesses, and those unable to support themselves due to extreme poverty and harsh living conditions.
The aid has been distributed in various regions, including Daraa, Lattakia, and Homs, where the humanitarian situation remains dire due to consecutive crises. Salama praised the efforts of the Kuwaiti authorities and charitable organizations for their ongoing humanitarian work, emphasizing that this reflects the true spirit of the Kuwaiti people. — KUNA
Namaa Charity brings hope to Gaza with winter aid, tarpaulins
Kuwait’s Namaa Charity is carrying out a campaign to support needy families and children in Gaza, in collaboration with its field partner, the Palestine Al-Ghad Society for Community Development. Walid Al-Bassam, Head of Projects and Development at the charity, said Namaa is distributing clothing packages to over 115 children. The packages included winter clothing and essential items for children and newborns. Additionally, blankets and mats were distributed to 55 families, and 68 tarpaulin sheets were installed to protect 34 tents from rain.
He said the campaign is a continuation of Namaa Charity’s efforts to support people in Gaza, who are facing dire humanitarian conditions due to the Zionist attack and siege and harsh cold weather. He added that distributing clothing packages for children and essentials for newborns reflects the charity’s “commitment to upholding the dignity of families and supporting children, who represent the most vulnerable group in these circumstances.”
Chairperson of Palestine Al-Ghad Society for Community Development, Manal Seyam, said the campaign “comes at a critical time, as the people of Gaza face daily challenges in securing their basic needs.” She added that distributing clothing packages to children “has brought smiles to their faces and given them a sense of warmth in these harsh conditions,” pointing to the importance of the tarpaulin installation.
Seyam explained that installing 68 tarpaulin sheets for the displaced families’ tents was a vital step to protect them from rain and strong winds, especially as many tents were damaged due to the weather conditions. She noted that the goal of the aid is to meet material needs and strengthen the resilience of the affected families, protecting them from diseases caused by the cold and humidity. — KUNA
Kuwait Religious Education Administration Holds the First Forum for the Reading Challenge Competition in Its Ninth Season
Under the patronage of the Religious Education Supervisor, Mr. Mishal Al-Jutaili, the technical guidance for libraries and the technical guidance for the Arabic language presented the first forum for the Reading Challenge Competition, which is the largest Arab educational project aimed at promoting and enhancing the culture of reading in Arabic.
In their speeches, the trainers Mr. Abdul Fattah Yasin, Arabic Language Supervisor, Ms. Azhar Al-Azmi, Library Supervisor, and Mr. Ghiyath Ahmed, a teacher from Al-Sulaibiya Religious Institute, addressed the main challenges and ways to overcome them, the elements of strength, and how to benefit from them.
The forum concluded with a speech from the Religious Education Supervisor, Mr. Mishal Al-Jutaili, in which he praised everyone's efforts and highlighted the ambitions that the team will achieve, God willing, in spreading the culture of awareness of the role of reading in inspiring thought and creating an aware and cultured generation.
Inauguration of "Uncle Abdullah Al-Mutawwa’s Mosque in the Reform Institutions Sector
As part of the cooperation between the Kuwaiti Ministry of Interior and the "Nama Charity" affiliated with the Society for Social Reform, the "Uncle Abdullah Ali Al-Mutawwa Mosque, May God Have Mercy on Him" was inaugurated inside the central prison. The mosque aims to provide a spiritual environment that contributes to enhancing religious and moral values, reflecting the commitment of the Ministry of Interior and "Nama Charity" to support reform and development projects.
The mosque occupies an area of 128 square meters and was completed in just 45 days! This project is a continuation of previous reform initiatives implemented by the Ministry of Interior in collaboration with "Nama Charity" to enhance the work environment in accordance with humanitarian and religious values, including the "Family House" and the "Educational School for Prisoners".
Colonel Osama Majid Abdulaziz, Assistant Director General of the Reform Institutions Sector, stated, “Today we inaugurate the 'Uncle Abdullah Al-Mutawwa Mosque, May God Have Mercy on Him' in the Reform Institutions Sector, to be a symbol reflecting our commitment to provide a spiritual environment for those working in this sector. This project embodies the effective partnership between state institutions and charitable associations and represents the spirit of integration that characterizes community work in Kuwait."
"Balad al-Khair" Launches the "Water Outpouring Fund" Project in Cooperation with the General Secretariat of Awqaf
Balad al-Khair launched the "Water Outpouring Fund" project, which aims to provide clean water in many areas within the State of Kuwait, in cooperation with the General Secretariat of Awqaf.
The past period has witnessed cooperation between the association and the Awqaf Authority to implement several charitable projects within the State of Kuwait.
Othman Al-Thuwaini, Director of the Good Country Association, affirmed that the "Water Outpouring Fund" project is one of the forms of fruitful cooperation with the General Secretariat of Awqaf, through which 442,500 water bottles were provided and distributed in various areas within Kuwait benefiting the underprivileged workers, mosque visitors, hospitals, and others.
He added that the "Water Outpouring Fund" project provided 22,125 water cans at a total cost of 9,956 Kuwaiti Dinars.
Al-Thuwaini noted that the Al-Balad Al-Khayr Association had contracted with Al-Roumah General Trading and Contracting Company (Al Ain Water). A delegation representing the General Secretariat of Awqaf visited the water production factory, and the implementation of the water distribution plan began in areas under the Ministry of Interior, the Ministry of Awqaf, the Municipality of Kuwait, public places, and the new residential and labor areas under construction.
The Director of Al-Balad Al-Khayr Association highlighted that thousands of beneficiaries have received clean water, especially in areas where water is not readily available nearby. Al-Thuwaini continued that water provision projects are among the most important charitable projects that the association seeks to implement due to the pressing need for water and that people cannot do without it at any time. Providing water is among the best acts of charity and the best forms of almsgiving.
The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) said: "The best charity is to provide water" (Narrated by Ahmad, Abu Dawood, Al-Nasa'i, and Ibn Majah). The Director of Al-Balad Al-Khayr Association concluded by affirming that the upcoming period will witness more efforts as everyone remains committed to lending a helping hand to those in need and making further efforts to improve the lives of beneficiaries in Kuwait.
Graduation of 400 Pakistani Youth in a Technology Program Funded by the Charity Authority
With funding from the International Islamic Charitable Organization, a celebration was held in Pakistan for the graduation of 400 young men and women in the program “Empowering Youth through Technology-Driven Skills,” aimed at helping them meet the demands of life through honorable work and lawful earnings and contributing to community development in cooperation with the Pakistan Islamic Relief Organization.
The project aimed to enhance technology-based skills among the most disadvantaged youth in the Gujarat and Vehari regions of Punjab through three training courses: the first focused on game development (3D Unity), modern graphic design (integrating user interface and user experience techniques with artificial intelligence), and a “Shopify” course for developing local brands (e-commerce).
As a result of the project, youth were equipped with technological skills that align with market requirements and emerging trends, in addition to improving the job readiness and employability of the training participants through the enhancement of skills and communication. Trainees acquired skills for immediate income generation and gained experience in creating business profiles, providing services online, and networking in the local market. The project opens doors for marginalized youth in rural areas, enabling them to earn a living from home and enhance their income-generating prospects.
The project contributes to empowering girls, constituting 60% of the direct beneficiaries, by training them in the most in-demand skills currently, which will lead to immediate income generation. The program witnessed the provision of training courses on the International Islamic Charitable Organization, the international humanitarian program, and the Bank for International Settlements to ensure comprehensive understanding.
