Manama: His Highness Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa, His Majesty's Representative for Humanitarian Works and Youth Affairs and Chairman of the Supreme Council for Youth and Sports (SCYS), chaired a meeting of the SCYS. The meeting was attended by His Highness Shaikh Khalid bin Hamad Al Khalifa, First Deputy Chairman of the SCYS, Chairman of the General Sports Authority and President of the Bahrain Olympic Committee, along with other Council members.
According to Bahrain News Agency, the Council began by reviewing the latest developments in the national 'Lamea' project. Shaikha Dhuwa bint Khalid bin Abdullah Al Khalifa, Chairwoman of Lamea Association, outlined the project's key achievements since its launch in 2021, highlighting its establishment as a national platform for discovering and nurturing young talent. The programme's growth and the successes of its participants at both local and international levels were also emphasized.
HH Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad congratulated the launch of the sixth edition of the national project "Lamea" and directed the Authority to enhance its local and international presence to further its role in preparing youth leaders. The Council also discussed the results of the Hope Index 2025, focusing on young people's sense of security and confidence amidst current changes. His Highness instructed the Ministry of Youth Affairs to organize forthcoming events and initiatives aimed at improving these indicators to support young people's psychological and social stability.
In terms of quality of life, Dr. Jalila bint Al-Sayed Jawad Hassan, Minister of Health, reviewed the National Strategy for Promoting Health and Quality of Life in Bahrain. This strategy aims to establish quality of life as a core national policy pillar, promoting psychological well-being, social cohesion, and health-supportive environments, through programmes and initiatives that encourage healthy and sustainable lifestyles.
The Council was updated on the 'Furas' programme, presented by Maha Abdul Hameed Mufiz, Chief Executive of the Labour Fund "Tamkeen". The programme's outcomes since its 2022 launch were reviewed, with discussions on challenges in converting training opportunities into sustainable jobs. These challenges will be addressed in the programme's updated version to enhance its effectiveness and encourage young Bahraini employment.
Regarding the Academic Excellence Authority, Abdulrahman Mohammed Al Jalal, Chairman of the Board of Directors, presented the Authority's achievements. These include the development of the 'Masari' programme, the 'Derasat' scholarship initiative, and collaborations with the University of Cambridge. The Authority's efforts to connect national talent with opportunities through recruitment platforms and a revamped website were also highlighted.
The Council commended the Authority's efforts and directed it to expand its scope to reach students in countries hosting top-ranked universities, aiming to strengthen academic engagement and connect national talent with quality opportunities. At the meeting's conclusion, the Council affirmed the importance of an integrated approach that enhances the role of young people as key development partners, supporting the achievement of national objectives in various fields, while also reviewing recent developments and making appropriate decisions.