UAE: Free entry to summer camp for emerging entrepreneurs – News

It will provide students with the opportunity to realize the potential of young entrepreneurs

The fifth edition of the Student Entrepreneurship Summer Camp, organized by the Khalifa Enterprise Development Fund, kicked off in Abu Dhabi on Monday.

Up to three free Stanford-accredited bootcamps will provide aspiring young entrepreneurs with a platform to realize their potential. Hosted by the Abu Dhabi Youth Center and funded by the Khalifa Foundation, the camps will run until August 16 and aim to inspire the brightest young people in the country.

Alia Al Mazrouei, CEO of the Khalifa Enterprise Development Fund, noted that the camp will provide students with opportunities to participate in entrepreneurship workshops and courses.

“This summer camp aims to equip young people with the necessary business skills to thrive, grow and become future industry leaders, while contributing to strengthening the UAE’s entrepreneurial ecosystem.”

Al Mazrouei emphasized that the Khalifa Foundation’s goal is to provide an accessible and tailor-made high-quality camp to young people interested in business.

“By promoting idea generation, collaboration and thinking outside the box, we aim to equip younger generations with the knowledge and tools they need to become successful entrepreneurs.”

The camp is divided into three separate two-week sessions (July 10-19, July 24-August 2 and August 7-16) for participants aged 13 to 18 Provides the opportunity to immerse yourself in the business world.

Young entrepreneurs will start their event with a concise presentation introducing the day’s topic and incorporating it into their business plan. Once a theme has been identified, they form an assigned team to brainstorm ideas to refine their unique project. Their creativity and hard work will culminate in the “Platform Room” on the final day of the camp, where they will have the opportunity to present their innovative business ideas to a panel of highly respected judges.

Participation is free and transportation is provided.