A number of youth leaders said that the celebration of the Gulf Youth Day represents an important station to shed light on the prominent role played by young people in the march of development and progress in the various countries of the Cooperation Council for the Arab States of the Gulf, stressing that this occasion reflects the deep faith by the Gulf leaders of the importance of investing in the energies of youth and providing them with the supportive environment.
In exclusive statements to the Bahrain News Agency “BNA”, they indicated that Bahraini youth are in high patronage of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, the king of the country, may God protect and preserve him, who pays great attention to empowering young people and preparing them to be pioneers in the march of national progress. His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Crown Prince, Prime Minister, may God protect him, is keen to open new horizons that enhance the capabilities of young people and open a broader doors for them to advance and excellence, in light of what His Highness Sheikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa, representative of His Majesty for Humanitarian Acts and Youth Affairs, will open a pivotal role in leading youth work, through innovative initiatives, aimed at developing young Bahraini energies and motivating them to creativity And active participation in various areas of development.
They added that what has been achieved in qualitative achievements and initiatives in the Kingdom of Bahrain and the Gulf states is the fruit of the wise leadership support, stressing that young people have become active partners in decision -making, and are able to contribute to building a sustainable future, through national and societal programs that enhance their capabilities and enable them to be creative and initiative at all levels.
Eng. Khaled Salman Al -Sheikh, President of the World Youth Ship Association, said that the Gulf Youth Day is an occasion for pride in the honorable achievements that reflect the awareness of the Gulf youth and its enthusiasm to participate in building a prosperous future for the region. He explained that the Kingdom of Bahrain was a pioneer in empowering young people, citing the launch of the first young satellite with young Bahraini hands, which reflects the volume of investment in national minds.
He added that the association, since its establishment twenty -five years ago, contributed to the representation of Bahrain in international forums, through 15 youth delegations to Japan, in addition to the expected participation in Expo Osaka 2025. He stressed that the association continues to enhance the presence of Bahraini youth internationally, and instill the values of openness and cultural exchange, through training programs and community initiatives that reflect the spirit of giving and national affiliation.
For her part, Amira Mahmoud, Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Youth Leadership Association, said that this occasion highlights the importance of the role of civil society institutions in empowering young people, noting that, since its establishment in 2012, it worked to rehabilitate young people to be active and influential elements in their society through qualitative and sustainable programs, adding that the association implemented several pioneering programs, most notably the “young Parliamentary” who enhances the political culture of the youth, and “Dinari” It focuses on personal financial culture, to keep pace with the needs of youth and qualify them for the decision -making and active participation in public work. She pointed out that these programs are an actual translation of the vision of leadership in investing in the human element.
She emphasized that youth empowerment is not a luxury but a national priority, which is what the association is working on in partnership with government and private agencies, stressing that the youth are the pillar of the future, and their empowerment is a real investment in the renaissance of the country and a pillar to achieve comprehensive sustainable development.
In turn, Ammar Hussein Ali, deputy head of the Tamkeen Youth Center, said that the Bahraini and Gulf youth have proven their ability to make change through their pioneering initiatives and their effective participation in various sectors, especially in the areas of innovation, community work, technology and entrepreneurship.
He added that the vision of the wise leadership, and the programs and initiatives it provides, constituted a strong incentive to empower young people, noting that the Tamkeen Youth Center is seeking to translate this vision through qualitative initiatives, polishing skills and opens new horizons for creative creativity and social participation.
He stressed that the Gulf Youth Day is a reflection station in what has been achieved, and the renewal of commitment to investing in the energies of youth, expressing his thanks to the Ministry of Youth Affairs for its efforts in developing policies and initiatives that embrace young competencies and contribute to making a brighter future.
For its part, Noura Ismail, Vice -Chairman of the Tamkeen Youth Center Center, expressed her pride and pride on this occasion, which embodies the faith of the Gulf states in the pivotal role of youth, stressing that Bahraini youth have constant support.
She explained that the Kingdom’s strategic directions towards young people resulted in leading initiatives and qualitative programs in the past years, contributed to empowering young people in various fields, from entrepreneurship and education, to sport and volunteering, in a way that enhances their participation in formulating the future of the country.
She emphasized that the achievements achieved is the product of a strategic vision based on a real partnership with the youth, noting the aims to be provided by the Ministry of Youth Affairs, and aimed at strengthening youth presence in all fields of national and regional action.
In the same context, Iman Khamis, a member of the Board of Directors of the Northern Sahla Youth Empowerment Center, valued the Gulf efforts in empowering youth, stressing that this day represents a station to celebrate the achievements achieved, and to renew the commitment to provide an environment that embraces aspirations and supports activity and active participation.
She pointed out that the center works to embody this vision through programs launched by the Committee for Equal Opportunities and Youth Initiatives, which enhance the culture of leadership and social responsibility, and provide spaces for dialogue and exchange of experiences, in line with the directions of national development.
She added that all that has been achieved is the fruit of support for leadership and its confidence in the youth, stressing the commitment of the center to continue to work to empower young people, and to provide sustainable opportunities that allow them to realize in the development process, rejoicing congratulations to the youth of the Gulf on this precious occasion.
