Sparking the Future Entrepreneurs: Youth Authority Agency Helps Nurture the Business Minds of Tomorrow
Empowering Kuwait's young guns is what the Public Authority for Youth (PAY) is all about! They're offering a smorgasbord of opportunities to help young Kuwaitis shine in leadership and entrepreneurship. From forums to training programs, the goal is simple - boost dialogue, critical thinking, and self-confidence amongst the future leaders of Kuwait.
Asrar Al-Ansari, the PAY's official spokesperson, recently spoke to KUNA at the launch of the "Distinguished" forum, part of the Elite Training Program, held at the Al-Daiya Youth Center. This platform is designed for youngsters to expand their horizons, engage in lively discussions, and share their experiences and viewpoints.
The response has been tremendous, with young professionals from the private sector and small business owners showing a keen interest in PAY's capacity-building programs. It's clear that developing youth and strengthening their skills across various fields is a top priority for the Authority.
Hanadi Al-Dosari, Director of the Elite Training Program, shed some light on the "Distinguished" forum. It's tailored for Kuwaiti youth aged 20 to 35, with a passion for leadership and entrepreneurship. The forum brings together current and former leaders and entrepreneurs for panel discussions, where they share their jaw-dropping journeys and offer precious insights to aspiring young leaders.
The "Distinguished" forum has its roots in the success of the "Hour of the Distinguished" event and plans to take place once or twice a month, ensuring year-round engagement. The latest session featured a Q&A with entrepreneur Jassim Abdul Wahab, who dished out the deets on launching small businesses and strategies for development and marketing. The audience was hooked!
Programs like these help the PAY churn out a generation of self-assured, innovative young leaders who'll help shape Kuwait's future. It's not just about leisurely discussions; it's about hard-hitting training to foster innovation and professional growth.
The Elite Training Program aligns with broader national initiatives, like the Kafa’a collaboration between Burgan Bank and Harvard Business School. These partnerships and the sheer scale of similar initiatives, such as INJAZ Kuwait's training of 25,000 students, underscore the importance of youth skill development in Kuwait. The government's commitment to youth engagement in decision-making roles is evident, too, as reiterated in a UN statement.
While the specifics of the Elite Training Program and its direct impact (e.g., startup success rates or leadership placements) aren't yet public, it's safe to say that the "Distinguished" forum is helping mold the next generation of leaders the smart way.
- The "Distinguished" forum, launched at the Al-Daiya Youth Center, is part of PAY's Elite Training Program, designed specifically for youth in Kuwait to excel in education-and-self-development, personal-growth, and career-development.
- The forum encourages youth to engage in lively discussions, share experiences, and learn from current and former leaders and entrepreneurs, aiding in boosting their self-confidence and critical thinking skills.
- Through programs like the "Distinguished" forum, the Public Authority for Youth (PAY) aims to produce a generation of innovative young leaders who'll contribute positively to Kuwait's future, focusing on hard-hitting training for fostering innovation and professional growth.
- The Elite Training Program aligns with broader national initiatives, such as Kafa’a and INJAZ Kuwait, emphasizing the significance of youth skill development in Kuwait and the government's commitment to youth engagement in decision-making roles.
