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8/5/24, 5:10 PM GAS launches 'Sports Talent' platform to discover and empower promising sports talents in UAE
GAS launches 'Sports Talent' platform to discover and

empower promising sports talents in UAE

04 August 2024 ANI
Abu Dhabi, August 3
T he General Authority of Sports (GAS) has launched the 'Sports Talents' platform as a vital part of the
'Empowerment and Sustainability of Sports Talents' project.
The online platform is developed to identify 1,500 promising new sports talents and offer them the necessary support needed to
develop, cultivate and empower their capabilities. The initiative, which is in line with the 'We the UAE 2031' vision, aims to create
an inclusive and encouraging environment in the field of sports for the Emirati community.
The 'Sports Talent' platform is an advanced tool designed to collect vital data and insights about sports talents, starting from the
initial registration phase and continuing the empowerment stage. By collaborating with relevant sports organizations and
educational institutions in the UAE, the platform monitors sports fairs and events that focus on finding talents within the
community.

Through these efforts, it seeks to connect skilled athletes with the right opportunities, thus allowing them to hone their
capabilities and channel their potential in the right direction.

Ghanim Mubarak Al Hajeri, Director-General for the General Authority of Sports, said, "Our 'Empowerment and Sustainability of
Sports Talents' project aims to expand the base of sports practices for promising talents, fostering their sports culture and
developing a professional mindset through the recently launched 'Sports Talent' platform. Through these efforts, we seek to
ensure the sustainability of sports talents in alignment with the goals and values of 'Year of Sustainability'. Furthermore, it
integrates talent identification procedures to ensure a promising future for Emirati sports signifying the unwavering efforts of the
Authority in collaboration with its partners from the sports, government and private sectors. Our goal is to devise national
strategies to recognise and empower sports talents and ultimately boost the UAE's sports landscape."

Sheikh Suhail bin Butti Al Maktoum, Executive Director of the Sports Development Sector at GAS, said, "Through this initiative,
we seek to create a comprehensive database of sports talents in the UAE using the 'Sports Talent' online platform, which is
designed to be accessible to all young talents, whether they are involved in sporting events or not. It will serve as the primary
communication channel with talented athletes across the UAE."
Furthermore, he emphasised that increasing the number of events dedicated to talent discovery and empowerment will
significantly bolster their national identity among our sporting stars and help realise our national sporting ambitions. "By providing
financial and administrative support to promising athletes and sports federations, we can improve the prospects of success for
those athletes aiming to qualify for the Olympics. This support will also enhance the chances of Emirati athletes succeeding in
international competitions and achieving sporting excellence at all levels. Our goal is to meet the targets set out in the National
Sports Strategy 2031, which aims to qualify over 30 Emirati athletes for the 2032 Olympic Games," he added.

The key goals of the 'Sports Talent' platform include identifying sports talents according to different age categories, monitoring
and documenting initiatives and programs to discover and empower sports talent, boosting the number of participants as well as
programs linked to discovering sports talent and developing a comprehensive database on sports talent in different competitive
sports.
The Authority has set out several criteria to improve the identification and support of sporting talents. This initiative aims to
strengthen collaboration among stakeholders to uphold the principles of effective sports management and corporate
governance. The key goal of the initiative is to ensure commitment to the successful execution of plans, programmes, objectives
and sports strategies for all involved parties.

First, formulate strategies that aid in the proactive preparation and creation of a suitable environment for the early identification
of gifted individuals, empowering them through programmes, resources, activities and scientific assessments.

Second, regular assessment of the implementation and execution of the plan on the basis of the designated indicators and
initiatives. This includes ensuring that tests are conducted to evaluate the abilities and levels of talent, using scientific principles
and standards to measure both the current performance of these individuals and their potential future capabilities.

Continuous monitoring and implementation of development of programmes and systems to nurture sports talents through
training camps and encourage participation in both national and international events while offering comprehensive support and
sponsorship across various areas.
Regular assessments and ongoing support for athletic talents and determining strengths and areas for improvement to enhance
performance development.

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