Tunis:The World Economic Forum (WEF) has appointed Sheikha Shamma bint Sultan bin Khalifa Al Nahyan as the Executive Fellow of the Science, Discovery, and Innovation pillar. This appointment is part of the Annual Meeting of Global Future Leaders, set to take place from October 13th to 15th, in collaboration with the UAE Government and the WEF.
According to Emirates News Agency, Sheikha Shamma holds prominent roles as the Chairperson of Frontier25, The Climate Tribe, Aurora50, Alliance for Global Sustainability, and Reset MENA. Her appointment underscores her growing influence as a global advocate for sustainability, climate action, and cultural responsibility.
Sheikha Shamma expressed her honor at being selected by the WEF and emphasized the importance of exchanging knowledge and stories to shape a sustainable future. She highlighted the urgency of scaling climate solutions and supporting others fairly in this endeavor.
The Annual Meeting of Global Future Leaders aims to connect decision-makers with emerging leaders to address challenges and create opportunities in a changing world. The initiative promotes collaboration, thought leadership, and strategic guidance across its six core themes, fostering resilience and preparedness.
Sheikha Shamma was also recognized as a member of the World Economic Forum's Young Global Leaders community in 2023, joining a distinguished group of around 100 young leaders worldwide. The meeting will gather over 700 leaders and experts from 90 countries to explore transformative opportunities and develop solutions to future challenges.