A MENA region, solutions-focused
Youth Employment Summit
October 20-21, 2025 | Amman, Jordan
Book your Stay
A preferential rate is available for event participants at the InterContinental, where the summit will take place, with additional accommodation options available nearby to suit a range of preferences and budgets.
Intercontinental Amman
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Agenda
Day 1: Inspiration and Insight
Day 2: From Talk to Action
20-21 October, 2025
Major themes:
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Women’s Economic Opportunity and Labor Market Participation: Breaking down barriers to ensure all youth have equitable access to opportunities and the resilience to lead change in their communities
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Jobs in the Green and Circular Economy: Elevating youth-led innovation for climate action, while building community resilience and expanding green economic pathways for young people.
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Artificial Intelligence and the Digital Economy: Ensuring equitable access to AI tools and skills, and unlocking opportunities for youth to shape the future of work, learning, and innovation.
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Mental Health & Psychosocial Support: Strengthening systems that support youth resilience and well-being, and ensuring all young people can access the resources they need to thrive.
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Cross-cutting theme:
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Refugee and Displaced Youth Inclusion: Refugee and displaced youth face steep barriers but bring extraordinary resilience. At MENA YES!, their inclusion is essential, shaping every session and solution. As host, Jordan contributes vital insight from its pioneering work with displaced communities.
About MENA YES!
MENA YES! is a solution-focused regional platform dedicated to addressing the most pressing challenges affecting youth employment in the MENA region. The summit brings together stakeholders from across sectors to co-create innovative solutions and foster collaboration. Through expert panels, interactive sessions, workshops, and roundtable discussions, participants explore diverse topics impacting youth employment and entrepreneurship.
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The two-day event concludes with the development of a shared action agenda, designed to drive meaningful improvements in youth employment outcomes across the region. MENA YES! is committed to empowering youth and shaping a more inclusive and sustainable future for all.
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Watch 2024
Highlights
Thought Leadership
1 / MENA YES! 2024 Summit Proceedings
Click here to access the MENA YES! 2024 Outcome Policy paper.
2 / MENA YES! Forward Agenda: Policies and Priorities
Click here to access the MENA YES! 2024 Forward Agenda.