Dubai: du, from Emirates Integrated Telecommunications Company (EITC), has hosted an exciting event under the theme ‘Green Skills for Youth: Towards a Sustainable World’ to mark International Youth Day. The event, organized by du’s Youth Council, focused on the agendas of the United Nations, the Ministry of Culture and Youth, and the Federal Youth Authority.
The Council seeks to develop an engaging platform where young minds can explore youth-related issues, develop their communities, and share their visions for the future. The event provided an opportunity to raise awareness about the challenges faced by youth and promote a sustainable world for a better future.
We are thrilled to host this event in honor of International Youth Day. This event aimed to foster creativity and collaboration, further empowering the youth to contribute their innovative solutions to building a greener tomorrow. By combining the agendas of global organizations and local authorities, we aim to empower our youth and inspire them to be proactive in shaping a sustainable world.
Ms. Noora Nasser, Head of du’s Youth Council, shared.
One of the remarkable highlights of the event was the showcase of sustainable businesses. Emirati youth entrepreneurs, including Efate, specializing in e-waste management, Totee.ae, offering customizable tote bags made from eco-friendly materials, and Chai by Ygnd Elras, an environmentally friendly tea brand, shared their experiences and practices with attendees.
The event also included a panel discussion on ‘Green Skills for a Sustainable World.’ The panel brought together a COP28 Youth Delegate, the owners of Chai, Ygnd Elras, and Efate, and Mr. Bashayer Al Shehhi, a member of the du Youth Council, who served as the moderator.
The program further witnessed the announcement of the ‘du Youth Sustainable Competition’ winners. The competition focused on innovative sustainable solutions, specifically aiming to achieve net-zero emissions by 2030 and scope three by 2050.
In addition, the Council introduced a customized photo kiosk and a ‘Youth Tree of Thoughts,’ where participants shared their ideas and insights throughout the event.