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H.E. Dherar Belhoul Al Falasi stated: “Inclusive policies and
initiatives are essential in addressing the diverse needs of women
and youth, particularly in conflict-affected regions. Empowering
them as key agents of change and actively involving them in
decision-making processes and humanitarian initiatives is vital.
Gender equality and youth empowerment play pivotal roles in
fostering sustainable and inclusive humanitarian action.”

As part of the UAE’s vision to empower its youth and raise
awareness about humanitarian action, DIHAD 2024 organized
“Children of DIHAD.” The session, entitled “The Diplomacy in
Giving World,” provided a platform for children to discuss their
contributions to humanitarian diplomacy and teamwork to ensure
charity reaches those in need. This initiative aims to involve
children in societal development and community inclusion.

Furthermore, during a session titled “Humanitarian Diplomacy:
Leadership and New Actors,” distinguished experts in the
humanitarian sector gathered to delve into the crucial topic of
navigating leadership dynamics amidst the evolving landscape of
global crisis response.

The session aimed to shed light on the difficult relationship
between traditional humanitarian actors and emerging
stakeholders in addressing complex humanitarian challenges.
From his end, Mr. Panos Moumtzis, Executive Director of the
Global Executive Leadership Initiative (GELI), shared his
experiences in navigating supply chain challenges and fostering
collaboration among diverse humanitarian actors. These
discussions aimed to foster a deeper understanding of the
complexities and opportunities inherent in contemporary
humanitarian leadership.

In the session titled “Humanitarian Diplomacy and Global
Health Challenges,” esteemed individuals deeply engaged in the
intersection of humanitarian affairs and public health shared
different perspectives. Dr. Mukesh Kapila, Professor Emeritus
of Global Health and Humanitarian Affairs at the University of
Manchester and former Under Secretary-General of the
IFRC, provided insights into the complexities of addressing health
crises in humanitarian settings.

Additionally, H.E. Paul Bekkers, Permanent Representative of
the Kingdom of the Netherlands to the UN and WTO in Geneva
and former Special Envoy for Mental Health, offered valuable

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