Sharjah: The Sharjah Entrepreneurship Centre (Sheraa) has announced the launch of their ‘Sheraa Youth Ambassadors’ campaign, aimed at amplifying the voices of the UAE’s most promising young talents.
The campaign, powered by the Information and Communication Technology Fund (ICT Fund), seeks to redefine the narrative of youth engagement in the sector. Until August 28, the call is out for young innovators, dreamers, and change-makers to seize the opportunity and apply to become Sheraa Youth Ambassadors.
The campaign facilitates direct connections with industry experts, thought leaders, and visionaries, nurturing networks that can shape the trajectory of an entrepreneurial journey. With these connections, ambassadors can cultivate partnerships that redefine the trajectory of innovation and give them a foothold in their future success.
As we celebrate International Youth Day and launch our ‘Sheraa Youth Ambassadors’ programme, this marks a pivotal moment, a beacon of opportunity and growth for the future leaders of innovation. Since 2016, we have empowered over 12,500 students through hundreds of hours of mentorship and coaching, helped launch and incubate countless youth-led startups, and propelled young talent by enabling them to transform dreams into reality. This campaign is incredibly important to us; it is the symphony of our commitment to nurturing brilliance, fostering connections, and igniting pathways to impact entrepreneurship.
Ms. Najla Al Midfa, CEO of Sheraa, shared.
The Sheraa Youth Ambassadors program offers access to tailor-made training programmes, mentorship sessions, and workshops designed to hone entrepreneurial skills. The selected ambassadors will acquire the tools needed to thrive in the dynamic innovation ecosystem, making them well-equipped to tackle challenges and seize opportunities.
The eight selected Sheraa Youth Ambassadors will gain widespread recognition through Sheraa’s communication channels, media features, and events, providing a powerful springboard for these young innovators as well as validation for their contributions and leadership.
Mr. Omar Al Mahmoud, CEO of IC TFund, underscored the imperative of nurturing emerging talents and providing unwavering support to the young innovators who hold the keys to our collective future.
“On the occasion of International Youth Day, we reassert our confidence in these visionary youths as harbingers of tomorrow. Our conviction is resolute: creative minds flourish exponentially when provided with the requisite support and resources. Reflecting on our past strides in empowering the younger generation and nurturing their endeavours, I emphasise the enduring commitment of the ICT Fund to championing these exceptional individuals, with the aspiration that they shall become guiding stars illuminating the path to a sustainable future,” Mr. Al Mahmoud shared.