Kuwait's Ambassador to the United States, Sheikha Al-Zain Al-Sabah, commended on Monday the pivotal role of the Kuwait-America Foundation (KAF) in raising youth awareness about the dangers of violence while fostering peace and mutual understanding in communities.

The remarks came during a ceremony hosted by the Kuwaiti Embassy in Washington, honoring 28 middle school students selected from thousands of participants nationwide as "Ambassadors of Peace for 2025" through KAF's "Do the Right Thing" program, established in 1991.

In her address, Sheikha Al-Zain described the event as a "gathering of hearts and minds," highlighting how KAF’s initiative provides students a platform to express—through writing—how violence impacts their lives, its root causes, and actionable solutions. "Not through revenge, but through voice," she emphasized.

Addressing the awardees, she added, "You are doing more than writing essays. You are drafting the next chapter for your communities—transforming fear into fuel and adversity into wisdom. You are lighting a path for others to follow."

The Ambassador underscored the program as a testament to the enduring Kuwaiti-American friendship, "forged through decades of mutual respect, shared values, and enduring goodwill." She noted that Kuwait continues to express gratitude to the U.S. "not just in words, but in deeds—by investing in America’s next generation and supporting young leaders who will shape a more peaceful, just, and compassionate world."

Expressing hope for the program’s expansion to the Middle East, she stressed its potential to engage youth in decision-making, justice, and peacebuilding.

In an interview with Kuwait News Agency (KUNA), Sheikha Al-Zain revealed that selected student writings would be shared with U.S. Congress members and archived in the Library of Congress—"documenting the voices and aspirations of a new generation."

The ceremony celebrated the students’ profound essays on violence and their innovative solutions, which will be compiled into a volume preserved at the Library of Congress, ensuring their ideas resonate with future generations.

About KAF:
Established in 1991—inspired by Kuwait’s liberation from the Iraqi invasion by the international coalition—the nonprofit KAF honors U.S. sacrifices and bilateral ties. Its programs focus on educational and cultural exchanges for youth and at-risk communities, aiming to reduce violence in U.S. schools and neighborhoods.