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8/13/25, 11:35 AM Ministry of Sports announces formation of Youth Council to strengthen young competencies’ engagement in developing policies an…
The Ministry of Sports has launched the Youth Council – a premier platform designed to increase the
involvement of young talent in driving progress within the national sports sector. The announcement of the
council’s formation coincides with International Youth Day, affirming its commitment to the directives of the

wise leadership and in line with its forward-looking vision to empower Emirati youth and support them to
become future leaders in various fields.

His Excellency Dr. Ahmad Belhoul Al Falasi, Minister of Sports, announced that the establishment of
the Youth Council within the Ministry of Sports represents a strategic step towards strengthening youth
participation in shaping the future of national sports, reflecting the Ministry’s confidence in the vital role

young people play in achieving excellence and sustainability in this sector.

His Excellency stated: “The announcement of the Council coincides with the celebration of International

Youth Day. Its formation reflects our commitment to investing in the energy and creativity of young Emirati
men and women and to providing institutional platforms that enable them to take part in decision-making
and contribute actively to the development of our sports ecosystem, in alignment with the objectives of
the National Sports Strategy 2031 and the ‘We the UAE 2031’ vision.”

The formation of the Youth Council underscores the Ministry’s strong belief in the crucial role of youth
participation in designing sports policies and developmental programs. It also reflects the Ministry’s
commitment to investing in human capital, in alignment with the goals of ‘We the UAE 2031’ vision to
build a brighter future for the country’s sports sector. In addition, the Council supports the Ministry’s

mission to achieve institutional excellence in line with the Sheikh Khalifa Government Excellence
Program (SKGEP), promoting collaboration across government entities to advance national objectives.
This initiative is part of the broader Youth Councils program managed by the Federal Youth Authority.

The Youth Council aims to empower youth within national sports institutions and promote innovation by
supporting new ideas and initiatives that drive progress in the sector, in line with the country’s ambitious
sports vision. The Council also plays a key role in enhancing internal engagement by establishing

effective communication channels between young employees and senior leadership, helping to build a
work environment that is collaborative and supports open dialogue.

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