For me and my Board of Directors, Alekain is not just a light, it is a symbol of resistance and it represents education as a beacon that guides individuals and communities toward a brighter, more prosperous future.

The promise of Sustainable Development Goal 4: ensure inclusive and equitable quality education and promote lifelong learning opportunities for all.

I drove across Kabul almost every morning and saw thousands of Afghan children, boys and girls, walking to school with backpacks filled with books. It always gave me a warm feeling and hope that the children were preparing to become future leaders of their country. They received an education to support their dreams.