Abu Dhabi Government Leadership Forum 2025 Promotes Teamwork Among Senior Officials

The Department of Government Enablement – Abu Dhabi (DGE) has wrapped up the 7th Abu Dhabi Government Leadership Forum. This event highlighted its dedication to preparing leaders for future challenges. The forum, themed "Leading to Build a Thriving Community," aimed at enhancing leadership connections and promoting teamwork for collective advancement.

More than 100 senior government officials, including undersecretaries and directors-general, participated in the forum. They focused on improving their strategic thinking and ability to tackle complex issues. This gathering emphasized the importance of collective leadership in advancing Abu Dhabi's transformation goals.

Ahmed Tamim Hisham Al Kuttab, Chairman of DGE, stressed the importance of nurturing future talent. He stated, "Great government starts with great people. When we invest in leadership, we invest in the future of Abu Dhabi. The Government Leadership Forum is about creating an environment where leaders can grow, collaborate, and shape meaningful change. By upholding our commitment to nurture our talent, equip teams with future-ready skills, and foster a culture of learning, the Department of Government Enablement – Abu Dhabi is enabling a workforce that is prepared, resilient, and empowered to lead."

The forum aligns with the UAE Year of Community's aspirations by empowering Abu Dhabi’s leadership ecosystem. It plays a significant role in shaping the emirate’s future through transformative initiatives.

Nikki McLeary, a renowned performance scientist, led an experiential approach during the forum. Over 100 senior officials engaged in simulated high-stakes scenarios that tested decision-making and adaptability. McLeary noted the leaders' unity and strength: "Today, we witnessed unity, strength, and adaptability – key qualities of resilient leadership. What stood out was the leaders' ability to step beyond their roles, collaborate effectively, and make agile decisions under challenging conditions. The passion, determination, and commitment demonstrated throughout the forum show that Abu Dhabi’s leadership is not only future-ready but deeply committed to the success of its people."

This hands-on experience encouraged participants to develop innovative thinking methods while reinforcing collaboration and continuous growth.

The Abu Dhabi Government Leadership Forum reflects a steadfast commitment to improving government operations through people-centric approaches. It fosters knowledge sharing and networking across public sectors to build essential capabilities for the future.

The successful conclusion of this year’s forum signifies ongoing efforts to nurture talent within Abu Dhabi’s public sector. DGE brought together expertise from various government areas to provide practical experiences that challenge leaders.

With inputs from WAM