Dr. Hayatullah Atid’s Visit to WAMY to Advance Youth Empowerment and Sustainable Development

Strengthening Strategic Partnerships for Impactful Development

As part of its ongoing mission to expand global partnerships and enhance institutional collaboration, the Organization for Talent Development and Entrepreneurship (OTED) conducted a high-level official visit to the World Assembly of Muslim Youth (WAMY).

The visit was led by Dr. Hayatullah Atid, Chairman of the Board of OTED, and focused on strengthening cooperation in youth empowerment, humanitarian initiatives, entrepreneurship, and sustainable development projects.

Over the course of two days, the visit included a series of strategic meetings with senior leadership, advisors, and department directors at WAMY, reflecting a shared commitment to building impactful and future-oriented development programs.

High-Level Welcome and Institutional Engagement

Dr. Atid was warmly received by H.E. Prof. Dr. Saleh bin Ibrahim Babair, Secretary-General of WAMY, alongside senior advisors and departmental leaders.

This welcome highlighted the strong institutional relationship between both organizations and their mutual vision of empowering youth and supporting communities through sustainable and scalable initiatives.

Key Leaders and Participants in the Meetings

The meetings brought together a distinguished group of WAMY leadership, including:

• Mr. Qasim Mohammed Al-Ghraibi – Assistant Secretary-General for Executive Affairs
• Dr. Abdulaziz Al-Jabrin – Advisor for Youth Voluntary Work
• Dr. Tariq Moalla – Advisor to the Secretary-General
• Dr. Hashem Al-Zahrani – Director of International Offices and Relations
• Mr. Mohammed Radini – Director of Social Affairs
• Dr. Mahmoud Sharaf – Director of Educational Affairs
• Mr. Ayman Saeed Ahmed Bajouda – Director of Planning

These discussions demonstrated a high level of professionalism and a shared dedication to advancing humanitarian work, education, and youth development.

Advancing Orphan Care and Sustainable Humanitarian Programs

One of the core topics discussed was the enhancement of orphan care and sponsorship programs, a key pillar of sustainable humanitarian work.

The dialogue focused on:

• Improving service quality for beneficiaries
• Linking sponsorship programs with long-term empowerment
• Strengthening governance, transparency, and accountability
• Building capacity among professionals in the humanitarian sector

This approach reflects a shift from short-term aid toward long-term impact and self-sufficiency.

Educational Development and Leadership Training

In collaboration with WAMY’s Educational Affairs Department, discussions centered on training programs and leadership development initiatives for scholarship students.

Key focus areas included:

• Enhancing leadership and personal development skills
• Preparing students for the modern workforce
• Implementing Training of Trainers (TOT) programs
• Improving supervision quality and institutional performance

These initiatives aim to align education with practical skills and future career readiness.

Capacity Building for International Offices

A major highlight of the visit was the discussion of Training of Trainers programs in humanitarian and charitable work for WAMY’s international offices.

These programs aim to:

• Strengthen institutional excellence
• Align global operations under a unified vision
• Enhance leadership capabilities in diverse environments
• Improve communication of organizational mission and strategy

Such initiatives play a vital role in ensuring consistency and effectiveness across international operations.

Promoting Entrepreneurship and Economic Empowerment

Entrepreneurship and youth economic empowerment were key pillars of discussion, emphasizing the importance of moving beyond traditional aid models.

The proposed initiatives focus on:

• Supporting startups and innovation
• Encouraging financial independence
• Creating sustainable income opportunities for youth
• Developing entrepreneurial ecosystems

This aligns closely with OTED’s mission to empower young individuals through training, mentorship, and sustainable project development.

OTED’s Commitment to Joint Initiatives

During the visit, Dr. Atid reaffirmed OTED’s readiness to actively collaborate with WAMY in implementing joint programs and strategic initiatives.

With extensive experience in:

• Training and capacity building
• Leadership development
• Entrepreneurship and innovation
• Sustainable project design

OTED aims to contribute meaningful value to WAMY’s global efforts.

Several proposed initiatives were presented for further institutional review, with the goal of enhancing impact at both local and international levels.

Toward a Long-Term Strategic Partnership

This visit marks a significant step toward establishing a long-term strategic partnership between OTED and WAMY.

The collaboration is built on:

• Knowledge exchange
• Institutional integration
• Professional excellence
• Sustainable development goals

Modern humanitarian work is evolving, shifting from aid delivery to empowerment, capacity building, and long-term impact creation.

Through such partnerships, OTED continues to expand its role in building a more sustainable and empowered future for youth and communities worldwide.

Conclusion

The visit of Dr. Hayatullah Atid to WAMY represents more than a formal engagement, it reflects a shared vision for meaningful change.

By combining expertise, resources, and strategic direction, both organizations aim to create lasting impact through youth empowerment, education, and sustainable development.

We pray that Allah blesses these efforts, grants success to all those involved, and makes this collaboration a source of continuous الخير and impact for generations to come.