Dubai Press Club Announces Side Activities To Be Held On Sidelines Of Arab Media Summit 2024

The Dubai Press Club (DPC) has unveiled an extensive programme of activities for the Arab Media Summit 2024, scheduled from 27-29 May 2024 at the Dubai World Trade Centre. The Summit will encompass key events and initiatives aimed at fostering knowledge exchange and dialogue in the media industry.

The Arab Media Summit will feature the 22nd Arab Media Forum, the second Arab Youth Media Forum, the 23rd Arab Media Award, and the fourth Arab Social Media Influencers Award. This year’s Forum will gather over 4,000 thought leaders, media personalities, editors-in-chief, influencers, scholars, writers, experts, and content creators from the UAE, the region, and around the globe.

The Arab Youth Media Forum will include prominent figures and successful young content creators who will discuss the role of youth in shaping the future of the media sector. Global media industry leaders will also participate to provide insights and share experiences.

As part of its commitment to recognising influential authors in the Arab world, DPC will host three esteemed creative writers for book signings. This event offers attendees a unique opportunity to engage with authors who have made significant contributions through their impactful literature.

AI Activations

Brand Dubai, the creative arm of the Government of Dubai Media Office, will organise five AI activations during the Summit. These activations will allow guests to experience AI-driven art creation, interactive encounters with historical figures, immersive literary experiences, an AI photo studio, and a dynamic AI-enabled acoustic experience.

‘Proudly from Dubai’ Initiative

The Summit will also spotlight entrepreneurial success stories through the ‘Proudly from Dubai’ initiative. Ten home-grown F&B outlets will showcase their best-selling dishes, desserts, and popular coffee blends. This initiative celebrates Dubai's vibrant entrepreneurial spirit by providing a platform for innovative businesses to gain visibility.

Masterclasses

The second Arab Youth Media Forum will feature eight masterclasses in collaboration with leading global digital platforms. These sessions aim to equip young media professionals with essential skills needed to thrive in a rapidly evolving digital landscape. Companies like Meta, TikTok, X, YouTube, LinkedIn, SnapChat, Dolby, and VFX Mojo will deliver these masterclasses.

Media Initiatives

The 22nd Arab Media Forum will launch several new media initiatives aimed at serving youth at both Arab and local levels. These include specialised reports on new media trends and a new programme dedicated to a creative sector in the industry. The initiatives aim to foster creativity among media professionals and drive excellence in the field.

MoU Signing

The Summit will also feature the signing of cooperation agreements focused on developing the capabilities of media professionals and exploring new avenues for idea exchange in the industry. These agreements underline AMF's role as a platform dedicated to fostering cooperation and accelerating media development in the region.

With inputs from WAM