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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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