A group of participants during the capacity-building event.
Doha, Qatar: Hamad Bin Khalifa University’s (HBKU) College of Public Policy (CPP) recently organised recently a capacity building event that brought together 47 students and 7 teachers from the First Assalam School in Qatar. The event was specifically designed to empower young minds and foster a sense of active engagement and responsibility towards the environment and society.
The session commenced with a welcome from Dr. Evren Tok, Associate Dean for Community Engagement, CPP, who expressed his delight in hosting the students and emphasized the importance of their participation in shaping a sustainable future. Dr. Tok was joined by several notable contributors who delivered thought-provoking talks on topics related to active engagement and the power of youth.
Ayan Said, Founder of Voicing Voices, conveyed an honorary talk and underscored the importance of perseverance and compassion in leading change. Afef Dhifallah, a Master’s student in the College of Islamic Studies’ Islam and Global Affairs program, delivered an inspiring talk titled “From Eco-Anxiety to Active Engagement: Embrace your Power for Change.” Her speech resonated with the audience, encouraging them to channel their concerns about the environment into meaningful actions.
Proceedings continued with Sabika Shaban, a leading changemaker and founder of the Qadr Platform, who presented a compelling talk titled “Elements of a Changemaker.” Sabika emphasised the essential qualities and attributes required to become effective agents of change in society. Her insights left a lasting impact on the young audience, inspiring them to consider their potential as future leaders.
The event concluded with an enlightening talk by Natalie Magness, from University College London, on the theme “Youth are the Future.”
