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Al Humaidhi: The Ministry of State for Youth Affairs' and Alghanim Industries sponsorship of the Nuqat creative conference contributes to the development of our creative economy
The annual Nuqat creative conference is to launch its 2015 program on November 12. This year's conference is entitled "Copy/Paste Syndrome." The conference enjoys generous support from governmental and non-governmental institutions that enable Nuqat's contributions to creative education through diverse and unique ways.
Hussa Al Humaidhi, a founding member of Nuqat, has stated her heartfelt thanks and deep gratitude to all the supporters of the Nuqat Conference program since their support undoubtedly contributes to building a solid creative economy.
Al Humaidhi also pointed out that the support given by the governmental and private sectors have a resounding impact on Nuqat's ongoing achievement of its goals as a non-profit organization designed to promote and develop creativity.
The governmental sector, represented by the Ministry of State for Youth Affairs, has contributed by supporting Nuqat in getting its message across to audiences through providing opportunities that allow Nuqat to promote their activities and programs.
It is also noteworthy to stress the efforts of the private sector and its effective support throughout Nuqat's journey and successes over the years.
Al Humaidhi touched on some forms of this support from the private sector. She highlighted Alghanim Industries; one of the largest private companies in the region and a strategic partner of the conference this year and its sponsorship of Dr. Amar Behbehani's workshop as part of this year's conference activities as well as the ongoing support from Nuqat conference's host Dar Al-Athar Al-Islamiyyah (DAI).
Al Humaidhi also commended LoYAC on its contribution this year, which enhances the conference activities indicating that LoYAC and Nuqat share a similar vision - its core aim being the progression of talented individual's creativity and innovation. The unified and collaborative efforts of both parties will undoubtedly contribute to supporting youth creativity from the early years of their practice to their path as professionals.
Furthermore, IKEA's and Tamdeen's boundless role in supporting young talent, which has been continual since Nuqat Conference 2009 to this day, cannot be overlooked.
Mr. Abdullateef Abdulazeez Al-Sharikh, Head of Corporate Communications at Alghanim Industries, praised Nuqat's efforts in its advancement of innovative education. The Nuqat vision is consistent with the company's goal to support and motivate creative talent, inspiring them to strive for the best. Al-Sharikh noted that Alghanim Industries considers youth entrepreneurship as one of their key causes, and as such, spares no effort in supporting youth initiatives in Kuwait and the region.
Additionally, Abdullah Boushahri, director of the ADASA department at the Ministry of State for Youth Affairs, commented on the success of Nuqat's art and culture programs. He noted Nuqat's consistency in contributing fresh and innovative content to our cultural and artistic landscape. He said that the programming of Nuqat was entirely in line with the vision of ADASA and the strategy of the MSYA at large, for "our youth are our partners in sustaining our development as a nation, weaving together our national values and keeping them in place."
The Nuqat creative conference organizes and hosts various events including lectures, workshops as well as cultural activities. Those who are interested in learning more about Nuqat as well as registering for the various activities can do so by visiting the conference's website: www.nuqat.me
About Nuqat:
Nuqat, first known as "Nuqat Ala Al Huroof," started off with one objective in mind - to develop Arab creativity on all levels, encompassing design, advertising, architecture, fashion, production and all other pertinent social and cultural fields. Established out of frustration with the lack of spirited exchange in the Middle East, the Nuqat team is made up of like-minded cultural visionaries from Lebanon, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, and Dubai who have a growing optimism about fueling creative dialogue in the region.
Nuqat identifies, tackles, and resolves creative issues with the aim of gathering and educating an empowered public who go on to enact change in the Middle East. Nuqat's mission as growing cultural force is to advance creativity and enrich society. Through initiating social design projects and connecting innovative powerhouses in the region, Nuqat blurs geographic and social boundaries and opens new frontiers for cultural and creative innovation.
Nuqat aims to establish Nuqat institutes in different cities across the Middle East and to develop a specialized educational curriculum, in addition to organizing the ongoing annual Nuqat conferences for tackling a variety of pressing topics in the creative realm. Since 2009, Nuqat has hosted a yearly conference and a wide range of activities including workshops, exhibitions and design competitions.
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