Kuwaiti ambassador welcomes 'Journey of Hope' crew in London

Kuwait's Ambassador in London Khaled Al-Duwaisan held a reception for crew of "Journey of Hope" boat which arrived here on its way back to the homeland.
"The Journey of Hope is a unique initiative for showing solidarity with people with special needs and to highlight their abilities and talents," Al-Duwaisan said. He pointed out that the around-the-world marine excursion reflects Kuwaiti government's interest in supporting all nativities aiming to improve the skills and integrate this important segment into the whole society.
The Journey of Hope boat is expected to return back to Kuwait on August 15.
The Kuwaiti sea expedition had gotten underway in Kuwait in early May, crossing 1,400 nautical miles, passing through 20 countries and 39 ports.
Over 22 celebratory events are held at intervals in all ports en route with a view to unifying people of all cultures and religions towards a collective effort to care for and benefit those with intellectual disability everywhere.
The idea of the worldwide journey was the brainchild of a number of Kuwaiti parents with children having mental disabilities including the Down Syndrome and Autism. The parents wanted to bring awareness to the plight of these children and life's restrictions on them.