Empowering Omani youth at Shabiba forum 2025
Forum seeks to inculcate professionalism in youth through inspirational change, actionable insights
MUSCAT, Oman (MNTV) – The Shabiba Forum 2025, Oman’s premier youth-focused platform, is set to take place with the goal of empowering young minds through open dialogue, innovation, and collaboration.
This dynamic event will bring together over 250 next-generation leaders, industry experts, and policymakers to drive impactful solutions for the nation’s youth and economy, according to Times of Oman.
The forum shall commence on May 21, 2025.
Organized by Muscat Media Group, Shabiba, and Gulf Leaders Circle, with Times of Oman and Al Shabiba as media partners and Manzana as event partner, the forum aims to bridge the gap between youth aspirations and Oman’s national development goals.
The forum will feature an engaging lineup of keynote speeches, expert panel discussions, and interactive sessions focused on critical themes shaping Oman’s future.
Key topics include Omani youth & Vision 2040, exploring strategies to prepare future leaders and the workforce; entrepreneurship & innovation, highlighting the role of young entrepreneurs in job creation; and Omanisation in the digital age.
Discussions will also cover sustainability & the green economy, focusing on job creation in a rapidly evolving market, and bridging the skills gap, aligning education with industry needs.
The Shabiba Forum 2025 is designed for a diverse audience, including young Omanis aged 18-35 who aspire to be entrepreneurs, innovators, and industry leaders.
It also welcomes business executives, corporate mentors, and decision-makers committed to supporting youth development, as well as government officials and policymakers working on youth empowerment initiatives.
Investors, venture capitalists, and financial institutions looking to support emerging talent and startups are encouraged to attend, alongside academics, educators, and training experts focused on shaping the future workforce.
As a catalyst for meaningful change, the Shabiba Forum 2025 aims to inspire action, foster innovation, and create actionable insights that empower Omani youth to drive progress and shape the nation’s future.