The e&Youth Council recently welcomed representatives from the Emirates Global Youth Council in the UK to its Open Innovation Centre in Dubai, bringing together over 50 UAE students studying in the UK and highlighting the various future opportunities in e&.
Aligning the e&Youth Council with the UAE Ministry of Culture’s Global Youth Council, the visit, which coincides with International Youth Day 2024, aims to attract potential UAE nationals to study at top UK universities and highlight e&’s commitment to Emiratisation.
Ali Al Mansoori, group chief human resources officer at e&, said: “We are thrilled to welcome the Emirates Global Youth Council in the UK to our Open Innovation Centre. This event marks an important milestone in our Emiratisation efforts to connect with talented UAE students in the UK. By sharing our vision for digital transformation and opportunities within e&, we aim to inspire the next generation of tech leaders and foster strong collaboration between the UAE and e&’s Youth Councils.”
Abdullah Al-Bastaki, Chairman of the Emirates Global Youth Council UK, said: “This visit marks an important step in strengthening e&Group’s ties with Emirati youth in the UK. By promoting communication and collaboration with various organisations, we aim to empower young people to realise their dreams and contribute effectively to the sustainable development of the UAE.”
“We believe it is essential to build bridges of knowledge and experience between our youth and the technology sector. Initiatives such as these will create new opportunities for young people to participate in the UAE’s ongoing journey of innovation and growth. Our aim is to give them access to the latest global technologies and trends, enhancing their capacity to play a key role in the country’s digital transformation.”
Hessa Ali Naser, Senior Analyst, Global Connectivity and Projects, e& UAE and Chairperson of the e& Youth Council, said: “This was a great opportunity to engage with the youth of the UAE, exchange ideas and work towards our common goal of developing the next generation of technology leaders. By inviting members of the Global Youth Council to our Open Innovation Centre, we were able to showcase our innovative solutions, stimulate creative thinking and foster a collaborative spirit among the youth.”
During the visit, the Global Youth Council was introduced to the e& Youth Council and had a candid interaction with e&’s executive leaders during a “Jalsa” session, followed by an inspiring youth talk and concluding with a guided tour of the Open Innovation Centre, showcasing e&’s cutting edge technology and also visiting the autonomous retail store EASE.
The event provided valuable insights and abundant networking opportunities for all attendees. Participants interacted with industry leaders, built relationships with their peers on the Youth Council, and gained insight into e& …
Launched in 2022, the e&Youth Council is an initiative aimed at empowering and engaging young people within e&, in line with the UAE’s National Youth Agenda. Following the appointment of the UAE’s first Minister of Youth in 2016 and the establishment of the Federal Youth Office in 2019, the Council serves as a platform for young leaders to give their voice.
The e&Youth Council has played a key role in amplifying the voice of young employees and fostering a strong sense of ownership and responsibility among them. By investing in the energy and creativity of young talent, the Council has significantly increased employee engagement and contributed to the company’s innovation and success.
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