Stc Group Showcases Youth Empowerment Initiatives At MiSK Global Forum In Riyadh

stc Group, a prominent digital enabler, took part in the MiSK Global Forum, the largest youth forum in the region. As the official digital enabler of the event, stc Group highlighted its inspireU business accelerator, which aids digital startups throughout Saudi Arabia. Additionally, they showcased impactU, a social accelerator that nurtures digital startups focusing on sustainability-related areas within the kingdom.

The MiSK Global Forum is an annual event initiated by His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz, Crown Prince and Prime Minister. It aims to empower and connect young leaders, innovators, and entrepreneurs worldwide. Held at Malfa Hall in Riyadh on 18 and 19 November, this year's forum attracted over 150,000 participants eager to foster positive global change through innovation.

This year's theme, "By Youth, For Youth," emphasised youth-led initiatives. It demonstrated how young people can inspire and support each other to drive growth and innovation. stc Group dedicated a space to inspireU during the event. This business accelerator supports promising digital startups with resources and mentorship during their early stages.

stc Group also spotlighted its social accelerator program, impactU. This initiative provides training and mentorship to entrepreneurs whose goals align with stc Group's Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). impactU involves over 40 mentors who train 15 selected digital startups from a competitive application process.

Successful candidates in the impactU program receive financial grants up to 100,000 SAR. They also gain free access to services from stc's partners and opportunities to attend workshops and exhibitions. Together, impactU and inspireU demonstrate stc Group's dedication to sustainable innovation and entrepreneurship in Saudi Arabia.

The MiSK Global Forum served as a platform for dynamic discussions and idea exchanges across various industries. It offered networking opportunities aimed at nurturing potential and activating innovation among Saudi Arabia's youth. The strategic partnership of stc Group as the forum's digital enabler highlights their commitment to supporting youth initiatives aligned with Vision 2030 objectives for the kingdom's digital transformation.

The collaboration between stc Group and the MiSK Global Forum underscores their shared vision of empowering young leaders through technology and innovation. By providing resources and mentorship to budding entrepreneurs, they aim to drive sustainable growth within Saudi Arabia's digital landscape.

With inputs from SPA