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Al Bawaba
06-08-2025
- Business
- Al Bawaba
Agility KSCP Supports Summer Learning for 227 Female Students in Kuwait
Agility KSCP, a supply chain services, infrastructure and innovation company, has announced the successful conclusion of the July Cohort of the 2025 edition of 'Academy X' as part of its ongoing strategic partnership with CODED as a pilot under the 'Kuwait Codes' initiative in 2023 and officially rolled out in 2024, 'Academy X' returns for its second year in 2025. The July cohort is a free, six-day program targeting 227 high school and university-level female students, offering hands-on training in business development and AI-powered app design. It also includes modules on public speaking and communication to help participants lead confidently in both technical and business environments. Agility continues to invest in youth development through partnerships with leading non-profits that expand access to technical and vocational education. Its collaboration with CODED Academy is a standout example. Since launching as a pilot in 2023, 'Academy X' has grown steadily, equipping more than 500 young women with coding and entrepreneurship skills to date. The broader partnership with CODED, which began in 2022, has reached over 2,450 female students. Agility's support underscores the private sector's role in advancing digital literacy, innovation, and inclusive growth. More broadly, Agility's 2025 CSR program aims to reach over 5,000 individuals across Kuwait through initiatives focused on education, technology, and entrepreneurship, building on two decades of collaboration that have reached over 51,000 people across the country.
Kuwait Times
15-07-2025
- Business
- Kuwait Times
Kuwait Codes 2nd cohort kicks off in partnership with Zain
Kuwait Codes 2nd cohort kicks off in partnership with Zain Program offers two tracks in Cybersecurity, AI Python Programming KUWAIT: Zain announced the launch of the second cohort of the 2025 edition of the Kuwait Codes initiative, part of its ongoing strategic partnership with CODED Academy. The new phase features the participation of over 300 high school students and aims to equip them with advanced digital skills to enhance their readiness for the future. The orientation session was held at the College of Life Sciences at Kuwait University – Shadadiya campus, with the participation of Hamad Al-Musaibeeh, Corporate Relations Department Manager at Zain Kuwait, who met with students and was briefed on the training plans and new focus areas for this cohort. This phase introduces two main training tracks: one in Cybersecurity and another in Python programming using artificial intelligence technologies. This marks the first time Python with AI is included in the program. Python is one of the world's most widely used programming languages, valued for its versatility and ease of learning, making it an ideal choice for developing students' technical capabilities. The expansion of the initiative builds on the success of previous seasons, with Zain continuing to support quality educational programs that contribute to building a digitally aware generation capable of innovating across various technology and innovation sectors. Kuwait Codes is considered one of the leading educational programs focused on developing students' programming skills in a simplified yet professional manner. It offers a dynamic and engaging learning environment supported by modern training content that keeps pace with the evolving tech landscape. The initiative aims to train 1,000 students during the current year across a variety of technical fields, including app development, website design, cybersecurity and artificial intelligence. Zain's participation in this initiative is part of its corporate sustainability strategy, which places youth empowerment and digital education at the forefront of its priorities. In line with this vision, the company supports a number of pioneering programs in partnership with CODED Academy, such as the girls-coding-focused X Academy, the Kuwait Hackathon Challenge, and a range of training initiatives that aim to enhance the technical capabilities of national talents to prepare them for the digital economy of the future.
Arab Times
25-06-2025
- Business
- Arab Times
Agility's 2025 Kuwait Community Initiatives to Support 5,000+ people
KUWAIT CITY, June 24: Agility, a supply chain services, infrastructure, and innovation company, has renewed partnerships with Kuwait's leading non-profits to empower and support over 5,000 beneficiaries in Kuwait throughout 2025, building on two decades of collaboration that have reached over 51,000 people across the country. 2025 CSR Program: 1- INJAZ-Kuwait Programs Agility will continue its 18-year partnership with INJAZ Kuwait, supporting programs that equip young people with financial skills to succeed in today's private sector. INJAZ provides and runs nationwide financial literacy programs for students in collaboration with the Ministry of Education and private schools, as part of its mission to empower 100,000 students in Kuwait. Agility's support extends to a range of INJAZ programs, including Entrepreneurship Master Classes, It's My Business, Innovation Camps, Personal Finance, and Job Shadows initiatives. 2-LOYAC's Kon Program Agility has also renewed its commitment to LOYAC's 'KON' program, now in its tenth year. The five-week program trains students aged 12 to 16 in entrepreneurship through hands-on learning and workshops led by industry professionals. Developed in collaboration with Babson College, a leading U.S. institution in entrepreneurial education, the program equips students with core business skills, critical thinking, leadership, and communication abilities. 3-CODED Academy Agility has renewed its strategic support for two of CODED Academy's programs: Kuwait Codes and Academy X. To date, these free programs have trained 2,833 young men and women in Kuwait on foundational and advanced programming languages. Now in its fourth year, Kuwait Codes has proven to be a successful platform for nurturing tech and coding talent across Kuwait. Agility's renewed support reflects its continued commitment to impactful educational initiatives and aligns with the company's broader mission of driving innovation in supply chain technology and digital infrastructure. Academy X, which began as a pilot program within Kuwait Codes in 2023 and officially launched last year, enters its second year in 2025 following remarkable success. The program offers a dynamic environment for growth and innovation and is dedicated to empowering the next generation of women innovators in Kuwait. Agility's continued support underscores its commitment to building a more inclusive and digitally empowered future. 4-RUN Kuwait by FSHN Agility, a founding partner of RUN Kuwait, has renewed its support for the country's first annual fundraising race. Organized since 2013 by the non-profit Fawzia Sultan Healthcare Network (FSHN), the event raises funds to provide essential healthcare services to children from underprivileged families. All proceeds go toward therapy sessions at FSHN's Child Evaluation and Rehabilitation Center (CERC), which offers free or low-cost care for children with special needs, ensuring they receive the treatment and support they need. 5-Work-Maker Project by Youth Public Authority For the third consecutive year, Agility, in collaboration with Engineering Systems Group (ESG), is continuing its accelerated facilities management training program for 25 young Kuwaitis as part of the Work-Maker Project, a national workforce development initiative led by Kuwait's Youth Public Authority. The program provides practical, industry-focused training to Kuwaiti engineering graduates from universities in Kuwait, the U.S., and the U.K., equipping them with the skills and experience needed for careers in both the public and private sectors. By aligning training with real market needs, the initiative helps prepare young professionals for in-demand roles in facilities management and related industries. 6-Participation in Career Fairs Agility also actively engages with the future workforce through its participation in career fairs, with a strong focus on employing and empowering Kuwaiti youth. Agility took part in the American University of the Middle East (AUM) Career Fair and the K-Tech Career Fair. These platforms allowed Agility to connect with young Kuwaiti students and graduates, showcase career opportunities across its diverse business units and reinforce its commitment to national workforce development. 7-Food for Good As part of its ongoing commitment to supporting communities in need, Agility has partnered with the Kuwait Association for Needy Families for Agility's annual 'Maachlat Al-Khair' (Food for Good) initiative. Through this collaboration, Agility provides 1,000 underprivileged families in Kuwait with essential food packages during Ramadan, with support from Agility subsidiaries UPAC and Shipa. Recognition: Agility is ranked among the top three sustainability leaders in the Middle East's Transport & Logistics sector and was one of only five Kuwait-based companies featured on Forbes' Middle East Sustainable 100 list for 2024. The company has been included in the FTSE4Good Index Series since 2020—a global benchmark for companies with strong ESG practices.
