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Dubai Youth Council teams up with KHDA Youth

Council to host ‘Dubai Youth Lab’

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- Evoking the spirit of International Youth Day, Dubai Youth Council teams up with KHDA Youth
Council to host ‘Dubai Youth Lab’

In conjunction with International Youth Day, observed annually on August 12, the Dubai Youth
Council hosted the ‘Dubai Youth Lab’ in collaboration with the Knowledge and Human
Development Authority Youth Council.

The event was attended by His Excellency Dr. Sultan Al Neyadi, Minister of State for Youth Affairs;
His Excellency Dr. Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, Minister of Foreign Trade; His Excellency Abdulla Al
Basti, Secretary General of The Executive Council of Dubai; His Excellency Marwan bin Ghalita,
Director General of Dubai Municipality; Her Excellency Aisha Miran, Director General of KHDA; His
Excellency Mohammed Ali Rashid Lootah, Director General of Dubai Chambers; HE Dr. Amer Sharif,
CEO of Dubai Health; and Eman bin Khatem, CEO of the Policies and Programs Sector at the Dubai
Government Human Resources Department, along with over 60 young men and women from
various government, semi-government, and private entities.

Held at The Executive Council’s General Secretariat headquarters, the event aimed to activate the
role of youth, leveraging their skills and creative energy to develop solutions and ideas that advance
government initiatives and strengthen vital sectors across the UAE. The immersive format
replicated the government decision-making environment, blending empowerment, innovation, and
real-world challenge analysis.

His Excellency Dr. Sultan bin Saif Al Neyadi emphasised: “Celebrating International Youth Day
embodies the leadership’s vision to support and empower youth by creating environments that turn
their energy into tangible achievements. Youth are the foundation of comprehensive development
and true partners in shaping the nation’s future. Today’s investment in their capabilities is a
strategic one, reflecting leadership’s trust in their role in safeguarding national security and stability
– a national necessity for sustained progress and prosperity.”

He added: “The Dubai Youth Lab serves as a national initiative bringing together creative young
minds with inspiring leaders and decision-makers, providing a dynamic platform for youth to
present ideas and craft practical solutions to future challenges. It models collective action and
sustained dialogue with youth, contributing to the development of policies and initiatives that turn
dreams into reality and expand their positive impact on society and the nation.”

Partners of today and tomorrow
His Excellency Abdulla Al Basti said: “Under the vision of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin
Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, and the
guidance of His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of

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