Manama:Exhibition World Bahrain (EWB) and INJAZ Bahrain have entered into a strategic partnership aimed at enhancing youth development in Bahrain. The agreement is focused on expanding career opportunities and connecting young Bahrainis with the Kingdom's burgeoning business events and MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions) sector.
According to Bahrain News Agency, the agreement was signed by Aage Hansen, General Manager of Exhibition World Bahrain, and Hana Sarwani, CEO of INJAZ Bahrain. The signing took place at Exhibition World Bahrain during the 93rd UFI Global Congress, with Sara Ahmed Buhejji, CEO of Bahrain Tourism and Exhibitions Authority and Chairperson of EWB, in attendance. This collaboration signifies a commitment to equipping Bahraini youth with practical skills, industry exposure, and professional experiences.
The partnership will focus on bridging the gap between education and industry by leveraging EWB's expertise in venue management and international business events alongside INJAZ Bahrain's established youth development and employment programs. The collaboration will concentrate on three key areas industry exposure through career site visits, career development with youth integration into EWB events, and exploring opportunities to host future Junior Achievement (JA) regional and global events in Bahrain.
Her Highness Shaikha Hessa bint Khalifa Al Khalifa, Chairperson of INJAZ Bahrain, emphasized the value of the partnership in creating pathways for young Bahrainis to link classroom learning with real-world experience, thereby empowering them with necessary skills and industry exposure. Sara Ahmed Buhejji noted that investing in young Bahrainis is crucial for the future of the events industry and the economy, highlighting that the partnership will provide meaningful exposure to the business events world, skills, mentorship, and career opportunities.
INJAZ Bahrain will participate in structured career walks and site visits at EWB, offering firsthand exposure to a world-class venue and diverse career opportunities within the MICE and business events industry. The agreement also aims to explore merit-based internship opportunities across EWB's core business areas, including marketing, communications, business development, event operations, IT, finance, administration, and human resources.
The collaboration between EWB and INJAZ Bahrain is set to support the development of a future-ready generation of Bahraini talent, contributing to Bahrain's vision of fostering entrepreneurship, employability, and economic opportunities for young people.