The Labour Fund “Tamkeen” took part in the 4th edition of the Arab Youth Leadership Forum, held under the umbrella of the 2025 World Governments Summit in the United Arab Emirates (UAE).
This edition was held under the theme “Shaping the Governments of the Future” bringing together global thought leaders, experts, and decision-makers from across the globe. Tamkeen’s participation in the summit aimed to showcase the Kingdom’s experience in empowering youth competencies for entering and succeeding in the labor market and the private sector.
Maha Abdulhameed Mofeez Tamkeen’s Chief Executive, took part in a panel discussion titled “Youth in the Private Sector: Arab Government Experiences for Changing Collective Mindsets and Redefining Golden Opportunities in Entrepreneurship and Employment in the Private Sector”.
Mofeez highlighted the role governments play in providing the youth with the necessary training and developing the required skills, giving them a more competitive advantage in the private sector.
The Chief Executive highlighted the importance of continuous efforts aimed at supporting the youth to realise their ambitions, creating pathways and opportunities for their achievements and creativity which contributes to the advancement and betterment of society.
Mofeez emphasised that supporting Bahraini youth has always been a key focus for Tamkeen, which offers various programs and initiatives to provide training and essential support, helping young Bahrainis develop their skills, enter the workforce, and explore opportunities in entrepreneurship and success.
The Chief Executive underscored that this support aligns with Tamkeen’s core objectives, which include positioning Bahraini employees as the preferred choice in the labor market. By investing in youth, Tamkeen aims to establish a strong foundation of skilled national talent, ultimately enhancing productivity across private sector institutions.
The Arab Youth Leadership Forum is held under the patronage of His Highness Shaikh Theyab bin Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Chairman of the Youth Arab Center, and is the largest of its kind in the Arab World, bringing together a select group of young Arab government leaders from across the region. It aims to unify efforts, build quality partnership,s and establish a common agenda that serves Arab youth and empowers them across the sectors.