Nahyan Bin Mubarak Celebrates Amira Al Falasi With Bunyan Youth Leadership Award

H.H. Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, the esteemed Chairman of Dubai Civil Aviation Authority, Chairman of Dubai Airports, and Chairman and Chief Executive of Emirates Airline and Group, recently hosted Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, the Minister of Tolerance and Coexistence and Chairman of the University Leadership Council and Bunyan Initiative for the Capacity-Building of the Youth, at the Emirates Group’s headquarters. This meeting underscored a significant moment of recognition for the efforts in youth capacity-building within the UAE.

During this notable gathering, Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak lauded Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum for his unparalleled leadership in fostering youth development on a global scale. He highlighted Sheikh Ahmed's pivotal role in nurturing vital industries through a blend of technical, economic, and human capital perspectives. This approach has notably enabled Emirati youth to leverage their skills and creativity, gaining comprehensive expertise across the aviation sector and its associated services.

The occasion was marked by the presentation of the Bunyan Award for Pioneering Youth in Leadership to Amira Al Falasi, Vice President for Learning and Talent at the Emirates Group. Al Falasi was honored with this award alongside a certificate of appreciation for her outstanding contributions towards talent development, national capacity building, and her role as an empowering figure for young leaders in the UAE through her active social engagement.

Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak elaborated on the significance of the "Bunyan" Award, initiated under his guidance a decade ago. This award annually celebrates exceptional UAE talent in critical areas such as technology, innovation, entrepreneurship, and leadership. It aims to enhance Emirati youth's skills and expertise, fostering an environment that nurtures innovation and creativity.

Emphasizing the importance of youth empowerment, Sheikh Nahyan reiterated that nurturing young Emiratis remains a top priority for President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan. He views youth as the architects of today and the leaders of tomorrow. The Bunyan Award for Pioneering Youth in Leadership thus serves as a platform to recognize young leaders who contribute significantly to skill enhancement, knowledge sharing at a national level, and ultimately to the UAE’s knowledge-based economy and sustainable future development.

With inputs from WAM