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Dubai Chambers; Fahad Al Hassawi, CEO of du; along with several officials from government and
private entities.

Coinciding with the announcement of 2025 as the ‘Year of Community’ by President His Highness
Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Abdulla Mohammed Al Basti highlighted the importance of
youth in shaping the nation’s future. He said, "Youth are pioneers of the future, driving innovation
and development. Empowering them is crucial to fostering social cohesion, achieving ambitious
goals, and creating opportunities for future generations. Guided by the vision of our leadership, we
remain committed to empowering youth to play a critical role in shaping Dubai’s ambitious future
plans."

He also commended the efforts of the Dubai Youth Forum in enhancing youth participation,
expressing gratitude to the forum’s strategic partners for their dedication to nurturing youth as
drivers of sustainable development.

Khaled Al Nuaimi emphasised the UAE leadership's commitment to providing an ideal environment
for youth empowerment, saying, "The leadership’s vision ensures robust support for youth through
strategic initiatives and projects, enabling them to excel across diverse fields. Aligned with the Year
of Community, the Dubai Youth Forum highlights the shared responsibility of building a sustainable
and thriving nation."

He further stated that the Dubai Youth Council’s initiatives are a testament to their significant
efforts to integrate youth into the fabric of the community while creating opportunities for skill
development and growth.

The forum witnessed the announcement of 10 youth-centric initiatives by strategic partners from
government and private sectors, designed to enhance capabilities and develop skills across various
sectors.

- Future Readiness Youth Program by Dubai Civil Defense: Trains 1,000 youth annually in safety,
innovation, and community security.
- Your Digital Accelerator by Dubai Digital Authority: Equips youth entrepreneurs with technical
skills for success in the tech sector.
- Generation of Entrepreneurs by Dubai Chambers: Empowers Emirati youth through mentorship
and training programmes.
- Youth as Partners in Leadership by Dubai Municipality: Provides opportunities for emerging
entrepreneurs with reduced-cost resources and prime locations for business growth.
- Human Potential by Dubai Government Human Resources Department: Focuses on personalised
career and educational development.
- Du Core Empowerment Program by du: Develops youth skills in media and event coverage for
competitive job markets.
- Youth Podcast by Dubai Culture: Facilitates innovative dialogue on youth aspirations and
sustainability.
- Be Aware by the Community Development Authority: Educates youth about social challenges and
UAE laws.
- Explore Space by Mohammed bin Rashid Space Centre: Engages youth in space exploration and
satellite development workshops.

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