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- 63% of UAE Nationals employed by ENEC and its subsidiaries are under 30 years of age
- Announced to coincide with United Nations’ 18th annual International Youth Day
Abu Dhabi, UAE – The Emirates Nuclear Energy Corporation (ENEC) and its subsidiaries the Nawah Energy Company (Nawah) and Barakah One Company have launched a Youth Council to inspire, support, and empower the future Emirati leaders of the UAE Peaceful Nuclear Energy Industry.
Entitled the Barakah Youth Council (BYC), the council will serve as a direct channel of communication between the senior leadership of ENEC, Nawah and Barakah One Company and the organisations’ young Emirati employees. Over, 63% of the 1,400 UAE Nationals employed across all three companies are aged under 30.
The council provides these young employees with a voice to champion change and drive continuous improvement while also being involved in the decision-making for ongoing evolution of the UAE Peaceful Nuclear Energy Program.
“The launch of the Barakah Youth Council forms a part of our commitment to developing our youth and providing them with the skills, expertise and experience to become the future leaders of our nation and the growing local nuclear energy sector,” said Eng. Mohamed Al Hammadi, Chief Executive Officer of ENEC. “This council operates within the framework of the UAE Centennial 2071 vision and UAE Vision 2021, which aim to ensure that the UAE has the human capital necessary to sustain a world-leading, knowledge based economy.”
“The Barakah Youth Council is led by a dynamic and diverse group of young UAE Nationals from across ENEC, Nawah and Barakah One Company. I am proud of their commitment and dedication to our Nation and the UAE Peaceful Nuclear Energy Program, and look forward to working closely with them,” added Eng. Al Hammadi.
The council is led by Chairman Ali AlNuaimi, Vice Chairwoman Badreya Almarzooqi, and Secretary Muna Al Suwaidi. Members include, Ali Salem Al Nuaimi, Sara AlShomali, Jassim Al Bulooki, Abdullah Al Yafei, Sara Al Fzari, Rayah Al Sereidi, Hamdan Al Khoori, Rashed S. Al Zaabi, and Yaqoub AlHashmi.
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About the Emirates Nuclear Energy Corporation
The Emirates Nuclear Energy Corporation (ENEC) is working to deliver safe, clean, efficient and reliable nuclear energy to the United Arab Emirates - energy that is needed to support the UAE’s social and economic growth.
Established by decree in December 2009 by His Highness Sheikh Khalifa Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the United Arab Emirates, ENEC represents all aspects of the UAE peaceful nuclear energy program.
Driven by a Culture of Safety, ENEC’s overriding priority is ensuring the safety of the UAE community, employees and the environment.
About Nawah Energy Company
A subsidiary of the Emirates Nuclear Energy Corporation (ENEC) and partially owned by the Korea Electric Power Corporation (KEPCO), Nawah has been mandated to safely operate and maintain Units 1 to 4 in Barakah in adherence to the highest standards of safety, security and quality, and to the UAE’s commitment of operational transparency.
About Barakah One Company
A subsidiary of the Emirates Nuclear Energy Corporation (ENEC) and partially owned by the Korea Electric Power Corporation (KEPCO), Barakah One is the company in charge of representing the financial and commercial interests of the Barakah Nuclear Energy Plant project.
For more information, visit www.enec.gov.ae.
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