Sharjah: The Statistical Centre for the Cooperation Council for the Arab Countries of the Gulf (GCC-Stat) has launched the Youth Creativity in Data Award, targeting Gulf youth aged 18 to 34, marking Gulf Statistics Day. The award is organised in partnership with Qatar's Ministry of Youth and Sports, the Qatari National Statistics Centre, and the GCC-Stat, aiming to promote a data-driven culture and encourage young people to use data to support sustainable development.
According to Emirates News Agency, the award seeks to identify emerging talent in data science, foster innovation in data analysis, and strengthen youth capacity to translate information into knowledge that supports evidence-based decision-making. Intisar bint Abdullah Al-Wuhaibi, Director-General of the GCC-Stat, emphasized that the initiative sends a clear message about the unity of data, shared vision, and the innovative potential of Gulf youth.
She stated that statistics and data are strategic tools for decision-making, highlighting the importance of investing not only in data itself but also in the skills needed to interpret and apply it effectively. GCC-Stat noted that the award aligns with GCC efforts to enhance the knowledge economy, develop human capital, and position youth as key contributors to the region's digital and statistical development.
The initiative also aims to raise awareness of the value of official statistics and enhance analytical and critical thinking among Gulf youth in support of national and regional development goals.