Doha:A forum supported by ICESCO is currently underway, bringing together youth and government delegations from 19 member states, with participation from over 30 young individuals aged 18 to 30, according to Fawaz Abdullah Al Misfari, Director of the Youth Affairs Department at the Ministry of Sports and Youth. Hosted in Doha, the event includes 95 young Qataris who have graduated from the Ministry’s programs or are affiliated with government entities, offering a platform for sharing experiences and perspectives on youth-related challenges and opportunities.

According to Qatar News Agency, the forum features a diverse array of international speakers and experts, providing an international platform for discussions on future challenges and opportunities in youth, education, and the labor market. Dr. Issa Bin Hassan AlAnsari, President of Prince Mohammed bin Fahd University, emphasized the importance of empowering young people to remain adaptable, contribute to societal development, and address issues beyond borders, aligning with the Sustainable Development Goals.

The forum’s agenda includes open discussions, roundtables, practical workshops, and interactive labs, such as the “A Message from 2040” youth lab, which encourages futures-thinking and scenario planning. Participants are learning strategic foresight, data-driven decision-making, and methodologies to interpret emerging trends and anticipate future transformations.

The gathering aims to strengthen the critical thinking, problem-solving, and leadership skills of young leaders, as well as their ability to foresee educational and cultural development needs. Priorities include fostering lifelong learning and innovation to develop sustainable solutions for future challenges while encouraging international cooperation through a network of young leaders.

The event is organized in collaboration with various national and international partners, including the Qatar National Commission for Education, Culture and Science, and several universities and organizations. Qatar’s Ministry of Sports is leveraging the forum to enhance international youth cooperation frameworks and translate bilateral agreements into practical cooperation and expertise exchange opportunities.