Minister of Education Yousef Al-Benyan today sponsored the launch of the 19th Asia-Pacific Conference on Giftedness 2026 at the University of Business and Technology in Jeddah, coinciding with the unveiling of the world’s first global index for evaluating gifted care.
The opening ceremony was attended by more than 1,000 local and international creatives, gifted individuals, decision-makers, and education experts representing over 40 countries, underscoring the conference’s stature as one of the world’s premier platforms for gifted education and creativity.
The ceremony included a documentary highlighting the Kingdom’s leadership in empowering gifted individuals, showcasing key national initiatives and achievements in the field. It also featured a segment honoring outstanding male and female students from the King Abdulaziz and His Companions Foundation for Giftedness and Creativity (Mawhiba) who have earned local and international awards—demonstrating the impact of sustained investment in human potential.
The conference’s scientific sessions commenced yesterday, bringing together a distinguished group of Saudi and international speakers. These sessions, along with workshops and accompanying seminars, will continue until February 11 as part of a knowledge-driven movement that reinforces the Kingdom’s position as a global hub for giftedness and creativity and a leading force in shaping the future of gifted education.
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