Doha:The Ministry of Sports and Youth (MSY) has concluded the Strategic Foresight Forum on Global Youth Competencies and Lifelong Learning, held from October 12 to 14 in collaboration with the Islamic World Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (ICESCO).
According to Qatar News Agency, the forum gathered experts, institutions, and youth from multiple countries to discuss future challenges, enhance youth skills, and expand their role in policymaking. The forum's recommendations emphasized the importance of promoting foresight, leveraging Qatar's future-planning experience, and developing future-ready skills through collaborative programs.
Fawaz Al Mesaifri, Director of the Youth Affairs Department at MSY, highlighted that the forum provided a crucial platform for dialogue and idea exchange, aiding young individuals in developing foresight skills, formulating future scenarios, and proposing practical solutions to address their educational, employment, and community life aspirations. He underscored the necessity of investing in young people to prepare for the future effectively.
Dr. Kais Hammami, Head of ICESCO's Foresight and Artificial Intelligence Center, stated that the forum aimed to tackle future challenges and bolster youth involvement in anticipating and preparing for change. He acknowledged Qatar's strategic foresight experience and emphasized the role of institutional cooperation and knowledge-sharing.
The forum's first day was dedicated to strategic foresight experts, while the subsequent days focused on engaging young people in future scenario development. Participants included representatives from various countries, including UNESCO member states. The forum concluded with recommendations to enhance foresight, youth capabilities, and policymaking roles, proposing regular youth consultations and specialized foresight labs.
The event also called for a joint framework to define priorities and responsibilities, aiming to align institutional efforts with youth aspirations and transform foresight into actionable initiatives and policies. The next forum is expected to review progress and share lessons to sustain cooperation.