Arab Media Summit 2024 To Commence In Dubai With Distinguished Attendees

Under the patronage and in the presence of H.H. Sheikh Ahmed bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Second Deputy Ruler of Dubai and Chairman of the Dubai Media Council, the Arab Media Summit 2024 will commence on Monday at the Dubai World Trade Centre. Organised by the Dubai Press Club, the summit will run from 27-29 May.

The event will begin with the second Arab Youth Media Forum, followed by the 22nd Arab Media Forum from 28-29 May, the 23rd Arab Media Award ceremony on 28 May, and the fourth Arab Social Media Influencers Award ceremony on 29 May. The forums and ceremonies aim to celebrate and advance media excellence in the region.

The Arab Youth Media Forum will gather prominent figures, inspiring Arab personalities from various fields, successful young content creators, digital storytellers, and global media industry leaders. Over 1,000 students from media and creative fields are expected to participate.

This year’s event will focus on equipping the next generation of media professionals with essential skills and knowledge. Featuring an impressive line-up of speakers, the forum offers panel discussions and masterclasses designed to drive positive transformation in the media sector.

Among the notable speakers are H.H. Sheikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Representative of His Majesty the King for Humanitarian Affairs and Youth Affairs and National Security Adviser in Bahrain, and Dr. Sultan AlNeyadi, UAE Minister of State for Youth. They will address a main session titled ‘Aspirations of the Youth’.

The forum's second edition will emphasise storytelling and content creation, driven by significant technological advancements. The event aims to inspire young media professionals to excel in their careers.

Dubai Media Pioneers Platform

The summit will also feature ‘The Dubai Media Pioneers Platform’, which includes sessions led by Emirati media pioneers who have significantly contributed to local industry development. Organised by the Dubai Media Council across the three-day summit, these sessions aim to impart knowledge and experience to younger generations.

Masterclasses by Global Digital Platforms

In collaboration with leading global digital platforms, the Arab Youth Media Forum will hold eight masterclasses. These sessions offer young media professionals valuable opportunities to hone their skills in a rapidly evolving digital landscape.

The masterclasses will be delivered by leading global media companies including Meta, TikTok, X, YouTube, LinkedIn, SnapChat, Dolby, and VFX Mojo. These sessions seek to impart expertise that emerging professionals need to thrive in today's digital environment.

The Arab Media Summit 2024 promises to be a significant event for media professionals in the region. With a focus on youth empowerment and technological advancements, it aims to foster growth and excellence in the media sector.

With inputs from WAM