Rabdan Academy inaugurated the Circles of Resilience Initiative, marking the beginning of a groundbreaking youth dialogue platform dedicated in the realms of defence and security.
The initiative aims to provide young people with knowledge and insight into artificial Intelligence, national defence technology, security technology, strengthening national security, and contributing to innovation, development and technical research.
The initiative includes a series of targeted, specialised sessions that cater to different segments of the society. These sessions include experts, distinguished national figures and decision-makers in the fields of safety, security and defence. They also include specialists in emergency preparedness, crisis management and emergency preparedness.
In its inaugural session, Circles of Resilience welcomed Dr Obaid Al Hairi Salem Al Ketbi, His Excellency, who spoke on Visionary security: Empowering youth at the intersection of AI, Technology and National Defence. His Excellency Al Ketbi explained how Emirati youth could actively engage in the scientific advancements. He also discussed ways to foster development, innovation, and technical research.
His Excellency Al Ketbi highlighted the pivotal role youth plays in society. He also stressed the importance of training and education programmes that aim to raise awareness among young people about the importance academic research, technological innovations, and the use of artificial intelligence for security solutions, intelligence analysis and intelligence analysis.
In the next session, His Excellence Sheikh Abdullah bin Mohammed bin Butti Al Hamed (Chairman of the National Media Office) delved into Navigating the Nexus : Youth, Media and National Security in the Digital Age.
His Excellency Al Hamed stressed the importance of aligning media efforts with responsibility. He also emphasized that instilling values such as loyalty and belonging is the cornerstone of a robust national security shield. His Excellency Al Hamed emphasized the UAE’s commitment to empowering the youth. He directed all efforts towards equipping new generations with knowledge and experiences that stimulate and prepare them to shape future of UAE.
Additional sessions will be held in Abu Dhabi. Further details will be announced via the official platforms of the academy.