UAE’s youth plays integral role in determining future of our planet: Sheikha Shamma

UAE’s youth plays integral role in determining future of our planet: Sheikha Shamma

UAE - Young people play a crucial role in combating climate change and determining the future of the planet, Sheikha Shamma bint Sultan bin Khalifa Al Nahyan said during an event in Abu Dhabi’s Jubail Mangrove Park.

Sheikha Shamma, President and CEO of the UAE Independent Climate Change Accelerators (UICCA), participated as a keynote speaker in the 'Roots: Green Acts Across Generations' organised by Rabdan Academy – a government-owned educational institution.

“The youth of our nation plays an integral role in determining the future of the UAE and our planet, for their voices and actions today will drive impact for generations to come,” Sheikha Shamma, a member of the Royal family, said.

The event was attended by more than 50 students from Rabdan Academy and other national universities in the country, senior citizens, and representatives of national entities related to environmental, climate, and sustainability action, alongside experts from the private sector.

“It’s important that both public and private sector players are actively involved in guiding and empowering these young individuals to explore new solutions and adopt innovative thinking to address the ever-evolving sustainability challenges facing us.”

James Morse, president, Rabdan Academy, noted the event coincides with the announcement made by President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed