Business Communities in the UAE

Young Arab Leaders

Young Arab Leaders (YAL) aims to nurture the next generation of business leaders in the Arab world. With youth empowerment at its core, the group has several mentorship and educational initiatives, helping young entrepreneurs overcome challenges and take their capabilities to the next level. Founded in 2004, YAL seeks to leverage the capabilities and expertise of all its members to boost professional development of Arab youth. It also aims to bring together prominent Arab leaders towards a shared vision of creating more opportunities for youth. YAL collaborates with public and private sector partners in the region to organise high-profile networking events including roundtable discussions, business dinners and events, with the participation of industry experts. Their high impact debates offer young entrepreneurs opportunities to gain the latest insights and perspectives on trending topics that impact community.