Reimagining life post-COVID-19
We have spoken to over a whopping 1,600 UAE youth during the summer through the Reimagine Youth Circle virtual series, themed ‘UAE Youth Reimagine life post-COVID19’, to understand what changes they want to see to drive a green recovery for the nation post-COVID-19.
Youth, our changemakers, the status quo shakers, the action takers, together with UAE ministers and experts, have called for a nature-positive future! The youth have spoken and the insights from these sessions have been captured in a flagship white paper, written by youth, for youth.
About the 'Reimagine' Youth Circle Series
Connect with Nature, together with the Federal Youth Authority, introduced a riveting series of tailored youth circles, under the theme ‘UAE Youth Reimagine life post-Covid-19’ in May, this year. The key objective of the series was to offer UAE youth a platform to share their ideas by giving them a voice that effectively reaches esteemed decision-makers who had been part of the process.
Participants who attended more than 5 (of the total 10 discussions) will receive an official certification on behalf of Connect with Nature and its partnering organizations, Emirates Nature-WWF, The Environment Agency-Abu Dhabi, and the International Fund for Houbara Conservation.
Upcoming Youth Circles
Join us and a panel of experts in discussing challenges and bringing up solutions around different conservation topics locally and globally.

The big reveal: 'Reimagine' Youth Circle White Paper Report
Wednesday, November 11th, 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
Stay tuned for Wednesday, November 11th at 16:30 pm, for the official launch of our White Paper report, by youth, for youth, which will reveal the 10 emerging trends and insights from our Reimagine Youth Circle sessions, that will help drive change and a green recovery for the UAE.
Past Youth Circles

'REIMAGINE' YOUTH CIRCLE - CAN INNOVATION HELP FIX OUR ECOSYSTEMS
Tuesday, September 29th, 2020 at 4:30pm
Technology is changing rapidly. Young people are at the forefront of this change. By leveraging the latest technology, and the power of big data, we have amazing opportunities to innovate for nature, and implement radical solutions to some of the biggest conservation challenges facing our planet.

HOW CAN WE GREEN OUR ECONOMIC FUTURE?
Monday, September 21st, at 4:30 pm
What have we learned from moving less over the past few months? What kind of ambitious market innovation and transformation might we see emerge post Covid-19 that will change our lives for the better, help us recover financially, and restore nature? Join us as we try to answer these questions & share your thoughts with our guest experts.

The Role of Eco-tourism in a Green Recovery for the UAE
Wednesday September 2nd, 4:30pm
According to the World Travel and Tourism Council, the travel and tourism sector accounts for 5.4 percent of total employment in the UAE. Investment in the sector is rising and providing major opportunities for stepping up ecotourism in the country. How can we ensure that we don’t damage delicate ecosystems in the process?
JOB SECURITY & BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES THAT ADDRESS THE NEW NORMAL
Wednesday, August 19th at 4:30 PM
Does economic growth always come at the cost of the environment? If it does, can we really count that as success? How can we build an optimistic future in which the economy and the environment both thrive? This youth circle will address priorities to ensure job security and business opportunities, challenges that youth are facing and solutions and actions they can come up with.

Flattening the carbon-curve: lessons from the pandemic for the other existential crisis
Wednesday, August 5th at 4:30pm
With health now centre-stage in our minds, we have a unique opportunity to seize this moment to change behaviours and build back better. So how can we learn from this pandemic and secure a healthier future for us and the planet?

Learning from the Past, Saving for the Future
Wednesday, July 7th at 5:30pm
We have significantly altered our lifestyles in a very short space of time. How do we balance modern life with keeping traditions alive and protecting the integrity of species and ecosystems. How can we protect our culture, heritage, and natural resources for future generations?
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The Role of Politics in Protecting Nature’
Thursday, June 18th at 4:30pm
How humanity’s overexploitation of nature is one of the factors behind the spread of new diseases, and how we can better protect ourselves in the future, as well as the measures needed to safeguard the natural world – particularly with regards to wildlife conservation.
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THE FUTURE OF FOOD
June 1st, 2020
How can the UAE increase its food production sustainably, and what are the challenges and solutions associated with sustainable food production in the UAE? Together we will discuss the evolving issue of food security and the opportunities for local sustainable agriculture including new food-technologies.
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THE NEED FOR NATURE
May 19th, 2020
There will most likely be a surge in demand to visit nature post lockdown, how can we ensure that we don’t damage delicate ecosystems in the process and how can the eco-tourism industry take this opportunity to recover? Together we will examine the wider impact of biodiversity loss and climate change on our health and wellbeing.
Read HighlightsGet to know our guest speakers

Her Excellency Huda AlHashimi
Chief of Strategy and Government Innovation - UAE Government
'The big reveal: 'Reimagine' Youth Circle White Paper Report' Circle
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His Excellency Omar Sultan Al Olama
Minister of State for Artificial Intelligence, Digital Economy and Remote Work Applications
'Can innovation help fix our ecosystems' Circle
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Dr. Rashed Karkain
Founder of “Sustainable Development Research and Training Institute”
'Can innovation help fix our ecosystems' Circle
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His Excellency Dr. Abdullah bin Mohammed Belhaif Al Nuaimi
Minister of Climate Change and Environment
'How can we green our economic future' Circle
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Professor Tadhg S. O'Donovan
Head of School for Engineering and Physical Sciences at the Dubai Campus of Heriot-Watt University
'How can we green our economic future' Circle
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H.E. Marwan Bin Jassim Al Sarkal
Executive Chairman, Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq)
'The Role of Eco-tourism in a Green Recovery for the UAE' Circle
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H.E. Dr. Tariq Bin Hendi
Director General, Abu Dhabi Investment Office
'The Role of Eco-tourism in a Green Recovery for the UAE' Circle
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His Excellency Abdulla Bin Touq Al Marri
Minister of Economy & Cabinet Member
'Job security & business opportunities that address the new normal' Circle
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His Excellency Dr. Ahmad bin Abdullah Humaid Belhoul Al Falasi
Minister of State for Entrepreneurship and Small and Medium Enterprises
'Job security & business opportunities that address the new normal' Circle
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Dr. Asma Mahmoud Fikri
Vice Chairman of the National Research Committee of COVID-19, Ministry of Health and Prevention
'Flattening the carbon-curve: lessons from the pandemic for the other existential crisis' Circle
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Dr. Mohamed Yousif Baniyas
Higher Education Advisor & Director Commission for Academic Accreditation, Ministry of Education
'Flattening the carbon-curve: lessons from the pandemic for the other existential crisis' Circle
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H.E. Dr Shaikha Salem Al Dhaheri
Secretary General of the Environment Agency- Abu Dhabi
'Learning from the Past, Saving for the Future' Circle
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H.E. Dr Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi
Minister of State for Foreign Trade
'How Can we Green our Economic Future' Circle
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Laila Mostafa Abdullatif
Director General of Emirates Nature–WWF
'The Need for Nature' Circle & 'Learning from the Past, Saving for the Future' Circle
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Noor Al Marzouqi
Deputy Director General
'Learning From the Past, Saving for the Future' Circle
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Mohammed Saleh Al Baidani
Director General International Fund for Houbara Conservation
'Learning From the Past, Saving for the Future' Circle
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HE Razan Khalifa Al Mubarak
MD of the Mohamed bin Zayed Species Conservation Fund and Candidate for IUCN President
'The Role of Politics in Protecting Nature' Circle
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H.E. Mariam bint Mohammed Saeed Hareb Almheiri
Minister of State for Food Security
'The Future of Food' Circle
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