KUWAIT
CITY, Sept. 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- SEEDS
Academy is proud to announce its partnership with digital payment
leader, Visa, aimed at empowering youth and advancing
sustainability in alignment with the United Nations Sustainable
Development Goals (SDGs) and Kuwait Vision 2035. The partnership
also highlights Visa's commitment to supporting women entrepreneurs
in the Gulf to take the next step in their business
journeys.
Designed to equip young individuals with the knowledge and
skills needed to thrive in today's rapidly evolving global
landscape, the partnership will pioneer a series of free online
courses focused on the circular economy. By adopting the principles
of the circular economy, the partnership with Visa represents a
bold step forward in the journey to educate participants on the
practical foundations of sustainable development and empower them
to become effective agents of change in their communities to build
a more resilient future for generations to come.
SEEDS Academy, a Kuwait-based
educational institution, is dedicated to advancing sustainability
education in the Middle East and
North Africa region. The academy
specializes in providing innovative courses and training programs
tailored to the needs of youth, professionals, and organizations.
Through a unique blend of digital and interactive learning, we aim
to equip learners with the essential knowledge and tools to become
informed leaders, capable of driving positive change in their
communities.
As part of our strategic partnership, SEEDS Academy offers a
suite of specialized courses titled: 'Fundamentals of Circular
Economy,' 'Circular Business Models,' and 'Sustainable Supply
Chains.' These courses are designed to equip young individuals with
the practical knowledge and tools necessary to effectively apply
circular economy principles in their personal and professional
journeys. The courses specifically target participants in the
Middle East and North Africa region and are offered in Arabic
with English subtitles to facilitate understanding and broaden
reach.
"At SEEDS Academy, we are dedicated to supporting the United
Nations SDGs and the Kuwait Vision 2035, by providing accessible
and inclusive education opportunities for all," said Ghanima Almutawa, CEO at SEEDS Academy. "By
empowering local youth with the knowledge and skills needed to
address pressing environmental challenges, we are laying the
foundation for a more green and prosperous future."
"Visa is committed to creating a digital economy for everyone,
everywhere. An economy that is digital and inclusive is one that is
also sustainable – it promotes efficient use of resources, fosters
innovation in sustainable technologies, and provides access to more
individuals and businesses to make a positive difference. That's
why we are delighted to partner with SEEDS Academy on this
important initiative and to contribute to the Kuwait government's efforts towards
sustainability and an inclusive future," said Carl Manlan,
Visa's VP and Head of Inclusive Impact & Sustainability for the
CEMEA region.
For more information about SEEDS Academy and the upcoming online
courses in partnership with Visa, please visit www.seedsacademy.co
or contact info@seedsacademy.co.
About SEEDS Academy
SEEDS Academy is a specialized
educational institution in the field of sustainability, dedicated
to advanced educational programs to youth, professionals, and
organizations seeking to expand their understanding and application
of sustainability principles. Through innovative teaching
strategies and effective strategic partnerships, SEEDS Academy aims
to drive positive and sustainable change to cultivate a new
generation of leaders equipped with the knowledge and skills needed
to address current environmental challenges, enabling them to lead
environmental and developmental initiatives efficiently and
effectively.
About Visa
Visa (NYSE: V) is a world leader in digital
payments, facilitating transactions between consumers, merchants,
financial institutions and government entities across more than 200
countries and territories. Our mission is to connect the world
through the most innovative, convenient, reliable and secure
payments network, enabling individuals, businesses and economies to
thrive. We believe that economies that include everyone everywhere,
uplift everyone everywhere and see access as foundational to the
future of money movement. Learn more at About Visa, Visa
CEMEA Blog and @VisaCEMEA.
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