Saudiaat had the pleasure of attending a highly relevant panel discussion titled “Saudization: The Strategies & Accomplishments that Have Shaped up the Saudi Youth” that was organized and held by The Saudi Event Show, on September 11th,2024.
The discussion explored the role of Saudization in empowering young Saudis within the kingdom’s growing events industry, and it was led by Dr. Eihab Abourokbah, CEO of the Saudi Entertainment Academy, featured Alaa Al-Khairalla ,Head of THA Staffing, Mshary al-Khayyat Chief of Advisory Committee, SECA, Yousef AlBitar ,Event Project Manager, Quintessentially, and Dr. Zohair Al-Sarraj ,Chairman, SECA.
A Growing Sector
The events industry in Saudi Arabia is experiencing rapid growth, driven by Vision 2030’s economic diversification goals.
The panelists emphasized the importance of collaboration between the private and public sectors to ensure the industry’s sustainable growth.
Training and development programs are also crucial for equipping young Saudis with the necessary skills to succeed in this field.
Technology, such as online platforms and VR training, can play a significant role in enhancing skill development.
The Role of Saudization
Saudization, is the Saudi government’s initiative to increase the employment of Saudi nationals, which is playing a vital role in shaping the events industry and many other sectors in Saudi Arabia.
By prioritizing the recruitment and development of Saudi talent, the government aims to create a sustainable and locally driven sector.
Collaboration is Key
Mr. Mshary al-Khayyat highlighted the government’s support for the events industry through initiatives like financial subsidies and incentives for companies that invest in Saudi talent.
The panelists collectively stressed the importance of collaboration between private and public sectors, with Alaa Al-Khairalla suggesting that private companies can work with government entities to identify skill gaps and develop targeted training programs.
Opportunities for Young Saudis
The panelists expressed optimism about the future of young Saudis in the events industry, and in Saudiaat we believe that the Saudi youth can contribute significantly to all sectors and industries of Saudi Arabia, once found, trained, and at the end, Hired.
Alaa Al-Khairalla encouraged young people to take advantage of available training programs and connect with industry professionals.
On the other hand, Yousef AlBitar emphasized the vast opportunities available for Saudi youth, when he commented on the opportunities for Saudi youth in the events industry saying: “There is no excuse. Saudi Arabia has a population of 32 million people, And I believe that there are a lot of really talented people.”
Dr. Zohair Al-Sarraj acknowledged the need for certified training programs to bridge the gap between current skill levels and international standards, where he said:
Training and Development
Saudi Arabia has made noteworthy progress in empowering women by implementing training and upskilling initiatives.
These programs are designed to provide women with the essential abilities to succeed internationally and progress in their professions.
Services like the upskilling and career coaching programs provided by saudiaat.com typically encompass various subjects such as leadership growth, technical abilities, and communication and problem-solving skills.
Moreover, a lot of our initiatives aim to reduce the gender disparity in certain sectors like the events industry, technology, and engineering, offering women the chance to thrive in fields typically dominated by men.
Saudi Arabia is promoting a more inclusive and fair workplace by investing in women’s education and professional growth, and Saudiaat is excited to be part of this effort by offering support to enhance skills and facilitate the hiring of Saudi talents in their preferred fields.
The Role of Saudiaat
Vision 2030 aligns perfectly with Saudia’s mission to empower Saudi women and youth. The platform can play a vital role by:
- Connecting Saudi youth with job opportunities in the events industry through a user-friendly job board.
- Partnering with training providers to offer relevant courses and upskilling programs for the events industry.
- Highlight success stories of young Saudis who are thriving in the events industry to inspire others.
By facilitating connections, skills development, and positive reinforcement, Saudiaat can be a key player in shaping the future of Saudi youth in the events industry and contributing to the realization of Vision 2030.
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