Global experts to talk to students

Talks are part of Majlis for Future Generations

ABU DHABI // Global experts in a variety of fields will share their experiences with young people at the first Mohammed bin Zayed Majlis for Future Generations next week.

Alexis Ohanian, the technology entrepreneur who cofounded the news and discussion website Reddit, said he was honoured to be among such an eminent group of speakers at the March 7 and 8 event.

“I am energised by the ambition of Emirati youth for themselves and for their country,” said Ohanian, who is also a bestselling author.

“And I’m excited to share my experiences as an entrepreneur and investor with the hope of inspiring Emirati university students to chart their own path and make their mark on the future of the UAE.”

Other international speakers include: Morinosuke Kawaguchi, a Japanese futurist and innovation expert who will discuss the values of Japanese society as a way of life; Heath Slawner, a strategic communications and leadership speaker who will talk about the impor- tance of bringing purpose to everything we do; and Myron Rolle, a former American National Football League player and Rhodes scholar, who will host a breakout session on leading a balanced life. Key themes will include entrepreneurship and innovation, community development and future skills for tomorrow’s economy, and speeches and discussions from some of the UAE’s most dynamic leaders.

University students interested in attending the event should visit mbzfuturegen. com and register their interest by March 1.

The event will be held at Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre.

Themes include entrepreneurship and innovation, community development and future skills for tomorrow’s economy