WASHINGTON, July 25: Peace ambassadors for 2024, honored by the Kuwait-America Foundation (CAF), emphasized the crucial role they play in addressing the isolation experienced by child victims of violence worldwide. This message was conveyed during a recognition dinner hosted by the CAF on Tuesday, attended by Kuwait's Ambassador to the US, Sheikha Al-Zain Al-Sabah, CAF Chairman Dr. Hassan Al-Ebraheem, Deputy Chairman Fawzi Al-Sultan, along with various dignitaries, academics, reporters, and children. A total of 54 children were honored, selected from 77,000 participants globally.

In their speeches, the young ambassadors focused on strategies to combat violence and manage its effects appropriately. Some children highlighted the issues of violence and bullying, urging schools to address these concerns proactively. They noted that both verbal and emotional abuse are integral aspects of violence, which can lead to profound emotional pain, and stressed the importance of raising awareness and teaching children conflict resolution skills.

The ambassadors also emphasized the value of sports as a healthy outlet for children facing violence, offering a constructive way to counteract negative feelings associated with such experiences. Dave Yost, the Attorney General of Ohio, expressed pride in his four-year membership with the CAF, highlighting the effectiveness of children's involvement in reducing violence. He noted that violence in Ohio schools has decreased by 50 percent in recent years.

Speaking to KUNA, Dr. Al-Ebraheem praised the children's speeches, expressing hope for a future free from violence and the continuation of the CAF's impactful work. The event also honored some dignitaries for their significant contributions to child protection in their communities. As part of the initiative, the creative writings and proposed solutions from the honored students will be archived in the Library of Congress, preserving their ideas for future generations.

Founded in 1991, the CAF aims to strengthen ties between the United States and Kuwait, continuing the tradition of gratitude and generosity of the Kuwaiti people.