The Federal Youth Authority (FYA) concluded a series of impactful initiatives and events under the banner of 'Youth Crafting Tomorrow's Economy,' as part of the national campaign UAE: The Global Capital of Entrepreneurship. Over 7,000 young men and women from across the UAE participated in the events, which included the ‘Young Entrepreneurs Caravan’ and the ‘Young Entrepreneurs Forum’.
Together, these formed a national platform to empower youth to establish impactful projects and foster innovation as a sustainable career path, contributing to a competitive, knowledge-based, and creative economy.
The FYA also launched the National List of Emirati Projects Awarded the ‘Done by Youth’ mark featuring over 100 national projects led by Emirati youth across diverse economic and creative sectors. The Caravan also documented over 150 initiatives and recommendations, developed during workshops and sessions with youth and key decision-makers, specifically aimed at enhancing the youth entrepreneurship ecosystem in the UAE.
The Young Entrepreneurs Caravan travelled across all seven emirates of the UAE, hosting over 40 workshops and events with the participation of leading officials and young entrepreneurs. These sessions focused on opportunities for flexible licensing, smart financing, and practical partnerships, and mapping investment opportunities in each emirate. It also highlighted the FYA's initiatives, including the Youth Hub, the Emirati Neighborhood, and the ‘Done by Youth’ mark.
The activities culminated in the Young Entrepreneurs Forum, a national gathering that united hundreds of young participants and supporting entities, reflecting the wise leadership's aspirations to involve youth in shaping the new economy. The Forum featured dialogue sessions and workshops on topics such as Leadership in Artificial Intelligence, Marketing Your Project through Content Creation, and Youth Experiences and Shaping the Future. Additionally, the 'Saafa' team was honoured for winning the creative design workshop, recognised for their outstanding visual identity design that blended the spirit of Emirati identity with a contemporary touch.
The conclusion of this initiative marks a launchpad for new and innovative programmes, aligning with the National Youth Agenda 2031 and reinforcing the role of youth as active partners in building a sustainable and innovative economy for the UAE.
