Youth Innovation in Action: From Waste Reduction to Community Impact

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10/10/2025
14:00 - 14:45
IUCN Youth Pavilion , Onsite

Why attend

o Get inspired by youth-led innovation in food waste reduction, sustainability, and conservation. o Learn how reducing waste creates shared-value models that benefit local communities, strengthen businesses, and mitigate climate change. o Gain insights from UAE-based youth entrepreneurs who are pioneering solutions for a more circular and resilient food system.

Session Description

Building on Emirates Foundation’s 20-year legacy in environmental and social impact, this session—led by Khuloud Al Nuwais, Chief Sustainability Officer of Emirates Foundation and Secretary General of ne’ma—will highlight the pivotal role of youth in shaping a more sustainable future. Through an engaging panel, participants will explore real-world examples of young entrepreneurs who are driving sustainability and conservation through innovation, leadership, and community-led action. The session will spotlight ne’ma’s efforts to advance circular economy solutions and mobilize communities to reduce food loss and waste as part of broader conservation goals.
Organised by
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Emirates Foundation
Partners
Commission on Environmental, Economic, and Social Policy
Synchronicity Earth ( United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland )
Global Youth Biodiversity Network logo
Global Youth Biodiversity Network
Kinship  logo
Kinship

Speaker

Speaker Khuloud ALNUWAIS

Chief Sustainability Officer, Emirates Foundation

Speaker Fatma ALMOOSAWI

Founder, Chai by Ygnd El Ras

Speaker Zein ALTAWIL

Founder / CEO, Yello Sustainable Clothing