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The vision of a
flourishing Arab world can be achieved if action is
taken today.
The Young Arab Leaders is a network of Arab men and
women who have seen the power of action in their own
lives, reached unprecedented levels of success for
their age, who are positive and can see beyond
today’s difficulties to that vision of a prosperous
Arab future. These leaders are currently in
prominent positions of responsibility and are
destined for extraordinary achievement, and they
believe that their efforts today can have an impact
on their communities, countries and the region as a
whole.
Yal Bahrain chapter
was launched by it's founding members in November
2005 and attended by H.R.H the C.P of Bahrian . The
YAL's commitment and proven track record in
achieving success in their personal lives ensures
their ability to extend these results to their
communities, industries and entire region.
Better opportunities for education, new means of
income generation and a belief in the ability to
achieve is what will help Arab youth become
tomorrow’s leaders. Members of Young Arab Leaders
bring together their capabilities and resources to
building the necessary environment that will
facilitate the way for tomorrow’s young Arab
leaders.
Each year, the Young Arab Leaders commit to
implementing an Action Plan that sets the strategic
vision of the organization. They undertake projects
focusing on mentorship and education, while
producing sector-specific plans that aim to increase
income generation opportunities for youth.
Structure and Governance
The overall structure of YAL consists of the
following: A Board of Trustees, Executive Committee,
and YAL members and alumni.
YAL will have a Board of Trustees which will
comprise of leading Arab visionaries that could
serve as the ultimate role model and support base
for YAL and YAL Members.
Members of the Board will have achieved recognition
on a global level and can support and inspire change
within their societies.
An Executive Committee formed of a Chairperson,
Vice-Chair and 5 other members will determine the
major goals of YAL, approve policies and procedures
for the implementation of such goals as well as give
final approvals on member applications.
Members will work together within task forces with
overall responsibility for a particular country,
sector or initiative. These task forces will steer
the different projects and lead the YAL community in
implementing them.
Legal Status
YAL is an independent not-for-profit
association with headquarters in Dubai and with
regional chapters in the different Arab countries.
It is under the legal supervision of the Government
of Dubai.
General Membership
Criteria
Membership is open to men and women who are
Arab or of Arab origin and who are leading figures
in their sectors or communities. They are leaders of
good standing and character who are committed to
playing an active role in the development of the
Arab world.
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AGE
The average age of registered members
is 37. A new application must be approved before
the applicant reaches his or her 43rd birthday.
Exceptions may be made for new Chapters only.
Members become alumni at age 45. The Alumni
program will be launched in 2007.
SECTORS
Members of YAL are members of the
business community, the public sector, and all
other parts of civil society.
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Media |
5% |
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Business Community |
65% |
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Culture, Sports, Arts &
Academia |
10% |
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Public Sector & NGOs |
20% |
GENDER
Currently YAL has a female
participation of 20% and aims to increase that
figure to 40% by 2008.
LEADERSHIP
Following are examples of the
eligible positions or titles of YAL membership
candidates:
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Business Sector
Chief Executive Officer, Managing Director,
Director, Chief Financial Officer, President,
Vice President, General Manager, Chief
Operating Officer, Member or Chairman of
Board, Founder, Managing Partner, Publisher or
equivalent.
- Public Sector
Head of an organization, Minister or
Secretary General, Undersecretary, Advisor,
Senior Advisor or equivalent
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Civil Society
Candidate has received awards,
regional or international acclaim, a public
persona, or is personally responsible for
notable change or significant development in
field
Additional
Requirements for Candidates from the Business
Sector
Candidate must satisfy at least ONE
of the following requirements:
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NUMBER OF
EMPLOYEES
Candidate must have control of an
enterprise that employs at least 50 full time
employees or where the total compensation of
employees, excluding compensation of the
candidate, exceeds US$ 1,000,000
- DOLLAR VOLUME
The candidate runs an enterprise which
fits the following descriptions:
- A Sales, Services or
manufacturing business with more than US$
4,000,000 in annual sales or turnover.
- A financial
institution with annual assets of at least US$
80,000,000
- An agency-type
business that bills annual fees or commission
of at least US$3,000,000
- ENTERPRISE
VALUE
The corporation must have an enterprise
value of at least US$5,000,000
- MARKET SHARE
Company has minimum 10% share of the
regional or local industry or sector
- PROVEN TRACK
RECORD
Candidate was personally responsible
for significant development in his or her sector
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