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various industries. EYouth serves as a vital platform for young people to acquire
necessary skills and build strong professional networks, supporting the long-
term growth of Egyptian society.
Yasmin Alshaikh shared her success story and urged young people to nurture
their creative and innovative abilities. She also emphasized how the UAE’s wise
leadership supports youth through initiatives launched by the Federal Youth
Authority.
Yasmin further noted that she participated in COP28, hosted by the UAE in
2023, alongside the Dubai Youth Council, engaging in several workshops and
debates. She also represented Al Futtaim Group at the Sustainable
Development Goals Conference in Frankfurt, marking a significant milestone in
her professional journey.
Eng. Hassan Khaled Sabt shared his success story and underscored the vital
role of volunteer work in achieving both professional and personal success. He
explained how he secured an appointment as President of the Dubai Youth
Council in 2023 by continuously working on himself. He recounted how his
journey to success began in his first year at university, when he established the
university’s Youth Department, where he served as the Head of the Media
Department and began volunteering with youth councils. After graduation, he
worked as an engineer at the Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) and
chaired the DEWA Youth Council.
Eng. Hassan Khaled Sabt also highlighted key similarities between the
objectives of the YKF and those of the Dubai Youth Council, as both aim to
empower youth by equipping them with self-confidence, requisite skills, and
experiences to become future leaders. He noted that one of his early
achievements with the council was the establishment of the first retreat
dedicated to Dubai’s youth, focusing on six main areas aimed at empowering
them.
Ahmed Hamouda discussed the initial stages of his educational and professional
journey, leading up to the establishment of Thndr Securities Brokerage. He
shared insights into key professional milestones, such as securing the first
funding round for Thndr in 2019, the diverse challenges he faced, and how he
overcame them. He also highlighted the company’s recent deals and funding
rounds, as well as future expansion plans, while sharing valuable insights on
various economic challenges impacting youth.
Hadeer Shalaby recounted how the company was established to preserve local
handicraft traditions and expand the reach of Egyptian products both regionally
and globally. She stated that Freeziana has emerged as a groundbreaking
platform in Egypt, dedicated solely to promoting handicrafts and empowering
local artisans, particularly women, by offering economic and technological
support. The website skillfully markets unique handmade creations,
photographs them, facilitates shipping, and helps artisans stay ahead of the
latest trends and demands.
Lamiaa Khairat delivered a session titled ‘UNDP Shababeek Youth Project,’
highlighting the significance of youth initiatives in the Arab world. She discussed
various initiatives undertaken by the UNDP across approximately 170 nations

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