International Women’s Group (IWG) invited prominent Kuwaiti adventurer Abdullah Al Husainan and his team of 12 explorers to share their unique experiences in challenging the odds with the ‘Arctic Challenge’.
The event, held on 6 October at the Crowne Plaza Hotel, saw the attendance of IWG members and female ambassadors posted in Kuwait, as well as wives of ambassadors and prominent women in Kuwait society.
In her address to the distinguished gathering, IWG President Anita de Vogel took a moment to remember their beloved IWG honorary president Sheikha Anwar Faisal Al-Sabah, who passed away in September 2019. “Sheikha Anwar was known for her humbleness, kindness and for her care and generosity. God rest her soul, may she rest in peace,” said Mrs. Vogel. A short film dedicated to the memory of Sheikha Anwar and her association with IWG was then screened.
Speaking about the 8-day journey that he and his team of 12 adventurers made to the frozen Svalbard Island, Al Husainan said they loved the adventure to the Norwegian Arctic Ocean, as they wanted to explore the unknown. He added, “Identifying the very sparsely inhabited and stunningly austere beauty of nature enhanced the physical, intellectual and psychological capabilities, as well as strengthened the values of determination, challenge and patience among the team.”
“There were many benefits from that trip; besides gaining a better understanding of surviving in the polar environment, the team also got to realize that positive thinking was the key to survival, and that all is possible when you have a passion for experience under any circumstances,” he emphasized.
An informative documentary film was then screened, which highlighted the many adventures the team had experienced over the years. After the presentation, Al Husainan opened a discussion session with the attendees, who asked interesting questions.
