KUWAIT: Minister of Education Jalal Al-Tabtabaei, alongside the “Amniyah” initiative under the supervision of the Environment Public Authority, on Monday honored six schools for their outstanding efforts in collecting plastic waste. The awards recognized top performers from the third edition of the “Your School’s Wish” competition, in which 156 public schools participated, collectively gathering approximately 264 tons of plastic waste over six weeks.
Sanaa Al-Ghamlas, CEO of “Amniyah,” told Kuwait News Agency (KUNA) during the ceremony at the Ministry of Education theatre, attended by educational officials, that Uhud Kindergarten secured first place among kindergartens. At the primary level, Mu’adhah Al-Adawiyah Girls’ School took first place, while Abdulaziz Al-Gharaballi School led among boys’ schools. At the intermediate level, Ramlah Umm Al-Mu’minin Girls’ School claimed first place, and at the secondary level, Saleh Shehab Boys’ Secondary School and Yarmouk Girls’ Secondary School both won first place.
Al-Ghamlas highlighted the significance of the “Amniyah” environmental project, which encourages schools to sort and collect plastic waste at its source, fostering a culture of recycling and environmental stewardship. She commended the efforts of students and school administrations in collecting such a large quantity of plastic, noting that last year the initiative collected approximately 180 tons and reached nearly 66,000 students from kindergarten through high school.
Sheikha Al-Ibrahim, Director of Public Relations at the Environment Public Authority, told KUNA that the Authority’s participation underscores its commitment to supporting initiatives that protect the environment and raise awareness among future generations about sustainability. She emphasized that instilling habits of plastic collection and sorting among students is a long-term investment in a cleaner, healthier future. Al-Ibrahim praised the efforts of schools, students, and teachers who have made the competition a platform for positive change and expressed hope to continue collaboration with partners to promote recycling culture and preserve natural resources.
The “Amniyah” initiative is a leading environmental program that engages students in practical activities such as collecting and sorting plastic while educating them on the importance of recycling in reducing pollution. The project represents a successful model of cooperation between educational, environmental and community institutions, enhancing environmental awareness and demonstrating that investing in young people’s education is a key pillar for building a sustainable future. — KUNA
