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9/2/24, 9:18 AM Dubai Youth Retreat Showcases Immense Creative Potential Of Emirati Youth To Reimagine The Future – Dubai Blog
Dubai Youth Retreat Showcases Immense Creative Potential Of

Emirati Youth To Reimagine The Future

In the presence of Her Highness Sheikha Latifa bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairperson of Dubai Culture and
Arts Authority, the Dubai Youth Council recently organised the Dubai Youth Retreat, which witnessed the participation of
notable figures from diverse domains.
Among theesteemed attendees during the event were His Excellency Dr. Sultan bin Saif Al Neyadi, Minister of State for Youth
Affairs; His Excellency Omar bin Sultan Al Olama, Minister of State for Artificial Intelligence, Digital Economy, and Remote
Work Applications; His Excellency Abdullah Mohammed Al Basti, Secretary-General of The Executive Council of Dubai; Her
Excellency Hala Badri, Director General of Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture); His Excellency Abdullah Ali bin
Zayed Al Falasi, Director General of the Dubai Government Human Resources Department; and His Excellency
DherarBelhoul Al Falasi, Director General of the Watani Al Emarat Foundation;besides over 80 young men and women from
the youth councils in the emirate, in addition to a number of experts in the fields of economy, innovation, space, culture, and
community service.
The retreat, sponsored by Dubai Culture, is designed to support and enhance the capabilities of youth in leadership, creativity,
economy, and society, while motivating them to develop innovative solutions for future societal challenges. Hosted at the
Etihad Museum, the retreat provided an innovative strategic platform that fosters communication between youth, leaders,
decision-makers from Dubai’s government departments and institutions, as well as experts and specialists from various fields.
The forum promoted the exchange of experiences and ideas, aligning with Dubai’s vision to invest in its youth, prepare and
qualify them for the future, and actively involve them in shaping it. Such efforts contribute to solidifying Dubai’s position and
global leadership.

Her Highness Sheikha Latifa emphasised that the Dubai Youth Retreat aligns with Dubai’s forward-looking approach and
commitment to fostering creativity and innovation. She highlighted that the retreat represents an ambitious dialogue,
showcasing the creative thinking, innovative vision, and ability of the UAE’s youth to effect positive change in their
communities and nation. She said, “This retreat is an investment in tomorrow, and a stepping stone towards a bright and
sustainable future, driven by the ambitions of our youth. It will undoubtedly nurture decision-makers and leaders who are
responsible and committed to shaping future plans and policies, in line with the innovative and creative vision of our
leadership, continuing our journey of excellence.”

Her Highness added, “This retreat embodies the integration of roles necessary to achieve Dubai’s vision of supporting
innovation. Its significance lies in building genuine partnerships between youth and decision-makers across various sectors.
These partnerships are a vital tool in achieving the sustainable development goals we strive for.” Her Highness highlighted the
inspiring events and activities during the Dubai Youth Retreat, held in conjunction with the launch of the National Youth
Agenda 2031, which aims to position Emirati youth as a leading model locally and globally in thought, values, and meaningful
contributions to economic, social development, and national responsibility.
Invested in the future
Commenting on the event, His Excellency Dr. Sultan Al Neyadi said: “Youth are the foundation of development and the
cornerstone for building a prosperous and sustainable future. The wise leadership has always believed in investing in their
energies and guiding them towards innovation and creativity in various fields. We constantly strive to provide an enabling
environment that allows them to achieve their aspirations and develop their abilities, as they are the leaders of tomorrow who
will carry the responsibility of continuing the pioneering achievements witnessed by the UAE.”
HE Al Neyadi added: “The Dubai Youth Retreat has reinforced the values of leadership and innovation among ambitious
Emirati youth, strengthening their role in decision-making to shape a bright future for Dubai and the UAE as a whole. This
initiative is a result of the efforts that began with the first youth retreat in 2016, followed by the 2024 retreat, which laid the
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