Liberal activism, as well as innovation, have in recent years been spearheaded by Kuwait through a new and visionary generation of young people. The new generation has mapped Kuwait afresh as entrepreneurship, as well as technological innovation, thereby becoming the main drivers of Kuwait’s future.
With each of the Kuwaiti economy diversifications from pure dependency on oil, empowering the youth continued to be the signature of national policy. State intervention in stifling business entrepreneurship, technological absorption, and leadership opportunities has given a tailwind to the building of an entrepreneurial society that continues to endure. The programs have centered on building capacity and innovation towards the achievement of long-term economic sustainability in the country.
They include some young entrepreneurs who are creating the new business identity. There have also been startup incubators that have bridged the gap to offer guidance, funds, and mentorship to early-stage businesses so as to enable them to develop. One has been a driving force in establishing startup programs, its mission being to get them ready to compete globally.
There have also been complementary efforts to improve women’s engagement in technology and leadership. There have been shared platforms created for the empowerment of women entrepreneurs as well as technologists to close the gaps between the two genders as well as inclusive digital economy development.
Digitalization also forms the foundation for such a renaissance as it is youth-driven. Use of e-social networking sites and shopping sites, and e-commerce sites has transformed the flow of goods, services, and ideas. Increasingly, digital influencers and digital creatives drive Kuwait’s new cyber society to a diversified culture with an aim of experimentation and adaptation to the market.
Its own curriculum has been redesigned strategically to prepare students with the requirements of an evolving job market. Science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) and modules of critical thinking, creative thinking, and problem-solving are also being integrated into Kuwaiti schools. Experiential learning activities form an integral part of it and give hands-on training as well as enhance creative thinking.
Other than commerce and education, Kuwaiti youth have also been so absorbed in environmentalism and social responsibility. Community work and voluntary service are in practice, where most of the youth are actively participating in civic service and sustainability initiatives. These are indicators of future ownership and responsibility for national development.
Since Kuwait is shifting to sustainable development, Kuwait’s younger population is once more in the focus of vision. Via innovation and corporate social responsibility, the next generation is not only mapping economic futures but is also building a new Kuwaiti identity. Together with the state, schools, and civil society, Kuwait’s next generation is guiding Kuwait towards an even brighter and more future-oriented future.
