The Arab Youth Center announced its partnership and sponsorship packages for 2025–2026, aimed at strengthening collaboration with supporting entities to empower young people. The announcement was made during the center’s inaugural annual gathering of strategic partners in Abu Dhabi.

As part of its initiatives, the center signed an agreement with Saudi Arabia’s Mohammed bin Salman Foundation (Misk) to support innovation, education, and youth empowerment. The collaboration will offer joint programs designed to enhance young people's skills and expand their opportunities in the knowledge economy.

Additionally, the center announced a new partnership with Buckman AI, an e-commerce solutions company, to promote Arab youth’s role in digital trade and entrepreneurship. The initiative aims to help young people launch their own businesses and achieve financial independence.

The gathering serves as a platform for dialogue among leaders in youth development.

Training programs

During the event’s opening, Sultan bin Saif Al Neyadi, minister of state for youth affairs and vice chairman of the Arab Youth Center, emphasized the importance of designing training and entrepreneurial programs that cater to youth needs, align with labor market demands, and enhance their competitiveness in various fields, including employment and innovation.

The center continues its efforts to empower young people by fostering a supportive environment that develops their skills and broadens their career and entrepreneurial horizons.

It collaborates with leading regional and global institutions to ensure meaningful youth participation in shaping solutions and contributing to development. The center reiterated the crucial role Arab youth play in building a better future, according to its statement.