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AINAC 2018 – Challenge Arabia| RABAT

As part of the network’s Opportunities Program, our member Mohammed Abu Matar from Gaza won the network’s opportunity to participate in the Arab Network for Innovation’s conference (AINAC 2018 – Challenge Arabia) and won the first place in the category of Innovative Space. Mohammed is the owner of a start-up company in the field of industrial modeling and 3D printing, the start-up works on the manufacture of medical tools and equipment for suffering and war countries.

“Distinguished People Talk to You: A Platform for Outstanding Entrepreneurs in Mauritania” | Nouakchott

Nouakchott hub hosted a round table entitled “Distinguished People Talk to You: A Platform for Outstanding Entrepreneurs in Mauritania”. The interactive event that was attended by about 50 youth, mostly young entrepreneurs, was an opportunity to enrich the debate on the successes and obstacles facing young entrepreneurship in Mauritania and to discuss the future economic shift of Mauritania by the year 2021. In addition, some success stories of projects in Mauritania were presented during the event.

Hub Launch | Kuala Lumpur

Al Sharq Forum launched its Kuala Lumpur office in Malaysia with the attendance of Wadah Khanfar, President of Al Sharq Forum and Saifuddin Nasution, Malaysian Minister of Domestic Trade, along with 140 leaders and significant Malaysian figures. During his speech, Khanfar stated that the country’s legacy of tolerance, diversity and coexistence serves as an inspiration to Al Sharq Forum whose mission is to develop long-term strategies that ensure the political development, social justice and economic prosperity of the world.

‘Europe and its Neighbourhood 2018’ Conference| London

Members of London Hub attended the ‘Europe and its Neighbourhood 2018’ Conference organized by the Chatham House in partnership with Al Sharq Forum, the International Crisis Group and Institut Montaigne. The conference brought together politicians, researchers, and NGOs to explore how European countries can promote stability both at home and abroad.

“Creating Entrepreneurial Spirit and the Available Support Resources” | Rabat

Rabat Hub organized an event on “Creating Entrepreneurial Spirit and the Available Support Resources”, in partnership with ‘Khouribga Skills’ incubator center. In line with the ASY Ignite Circle’s mission, the event aims to encourage youth to generate ideas and projects to contribute to their societies while directing them towards supportive institutions and organizations.

‘ Ya Hala 2 ‘ MOSAIC CIRCLE | Istanbul

Al Sharq Youth Mosaic Circle sponsored the “Ya Hala 2” evening, organized by ‘Abjad’ Student Club, a student club in Istanbul Şehir University. The event hosted young speakers including, ‘Ali Al Bayati’, specialized in business administration, and ‘Nawras Abu Saleh’, specialized in cinema and audience, to share their insights with the attending students. The evening was concluded by poetry and diverse Arabic musical heritage performances.

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African Youth Development Summit | Johannesburg

Hub member, Insaaf Ayana Isaacs, won the network’s opportunity of attending the African Youth Development Summit organized by the Junior Chamber International (JCI) in Johannesburg, South Africa. During the 3-days event, delegates from across the continent deliberated on matters ranging from education to national security. Alongside 100 of Africa’s finest young minds, the conference culminated with a youth manifesto that is to be presented at the World Education Forum set to take place in London next year.

” Migration in the Mediterranean: Why the EU needs partners in the Region?”| Italy

Khalil Mujahed, Italy hub member, attended the ” Migration in the Mediterranean: Why the EU needs partners in the Region?” conference that is held in the European parliament. Beside other topics, the conference panels addressed the current migration challenges and examined scopes for strengthening the cooperation between the EU and the countries on the southern shore of the Mediterranean Sea.

4th Youth Leadership Program| Erbil

Members of Erbil participated in the 4th Youth Leadership Program organized by the United Nations Development Program (UNDP) and the United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR), in Iraq. The dynamic program aims to educate young people on the sustainable development goals and the methodology of design thinking in entrepreneurship.

4th edition of the Mediterranean Dialogues (MED 2018)| Italy

The Italian hub attended the 4th edition of the Mediterranean Dialogues (MED 2018),organized by the Italian Institute for International Political Studies (ISPI) and the Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, in Rome, Italy. The event hosted 40 heads of state, ministers and representatives of international organizations beside other 1000 significant business, politics and culture figures. The unique dialogue tackled the Mediterranean region’s pressing issues, including the Palestinian question, the Syrian crisis, the Libya case and Immigration and Refugees crisis.