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"To ensure the efficacy of any implementation process for any social and economic sustainable development plans and frameworks, it is important to take all necessary steps to empower Youth in scientific and all disciplines."

-- 17 April 1968



HRH Prince Mohammad bin King Faisal (I) El-Hashemite

Founder President



Scholarships





RASIT was signed into being by HRH Prince Mohammed bin King Faisal (I) El-Hashemite – Founder President in 1968 to provide education to whomever is in need.


The League is committed to serving leadership and professional talent development of Youth to ensure they will achieve their full potential. The League has a variety of mechanisms to deliver outstanding leadership and talent development, these include:

  • Scholarships,
  • Internship,
  • Training programs, and
  • Awards.

Exchange Programs

Creates interaction, communication, collaboration, and exchange of experience and information in various scientific and cultural areas between Youth from different countries.



In 2019, Fatima-Zahra Chriha, fromMorocco, received full scholarship to pursue her university studies in USA



10,576



Females



Received scholarships



10,958



Males



Received Scholarships



4,692



Internships



2,085



Exchange Programs



The Voice of Youth at
the United Nations



The League works at the nexus of sustainable development to provide high quality policy solutions and frameworks to broadening participation of youth across all disciplines by maintaining visibility of youth at the international forums.


The League plays a central role in facilitating joint action on many fronts through support for Youth contribution to the United Nations and its entities meetings.


Further information on all our international advocacy initiatives at the United Nations can be obtained by contacting:

RASIT Youth Representatives to the United Nations at: youth@rasit.org

RASIT UN Operation personnel at nyun@rasit.org.



The Voice
Can you hear me now?



As the forum, conscience, and voice of the world Youth, the League promotes:
Youth vision and observations on sustainable development programs.Youth work and attempt to ensure that they make the best possible contribution to the cultural, social, and economic development of their society.Creating platforms for the Voice of Youth to be heard nationally, regionally, and internationally, as Leaders of Today.Creating dialogue opportunities between Youth and Policymakers.Opening up new horizons to Youth and Youth organizations beyond their countries’ borders.In this way, The World Youth League seeks to deepen mutual understanding, tolerance and inter-cultural awareness among Youth within their countries and beyond.Broader and deeper participation by Youth and Youth Organizations through: mechanisms for dialogue guidelines (existing and new) information and communication technologies 'learning to participate' programs in schools from an early age and debate between public and private sectors and Youth.


To overcome the obstacles talented Youth are facing as they seek to advance their learning, thinking, and contributions to the world’s development, it is crucial to start intergenerational dialogue.



-- 17 April 1968



HRH Prince Mohammad bin King Faisal (I) El-Hashemite

Founder President


Generations in Dialogue



The Generations in Dialogue Program aims to improve the understanding of young people’s sense of what the future holds for them. An innovative approach is designed specifically to open dialogue across traditional disciplinary and age boundaries and to bridge the gap between the agendas and preoccupations of academics, senior professionals, private sectors and policymakers and those of young people.
The Generations in Dialogue will inevitably trigger will allow Youth to learn from the experience of older people, while the older generations can profit from the Youth’s knowledge and skills, as well as from their energy and dynamic force.
The Debates identifies and defines new approaches to bridging the gap between generations in the virtual and the real world. It should contribute to a mutual recognition of basic rules of intergenerational dialogue based on understanding and respect.
One of the priorities of World Youth League is Arab Youth Empowerment. The integration of Arab Youth into society among other avenues that can be taken, can be achieved by encouraging intergenerational dialogue on: Education, Employment, Rights, Health, and Entrepreneurship.


GENERATIONS IN DIALOGUE IN ARAB STATES





Three Events held through 2012 in Lebanon:


In Celebration of International Youth Day: Held at the UNESCO Palace


In Celebration of World Peace Day: held in Collaboration with the Lebanese National Committee of UNESCO


Generations in Dialogue at the House of Parliament



Envisioning Sustainable Future



Youth Sustainable Development Studies Center



Gathering and communicating ideas and knowledge continues to be a primary pursuit of today’s RASIT. The tremendous expansion of research and information in the sciences and art in recent times makes such a pursuit even more crucial if real progress is to result. Since the year 1996, RASIT made further strides towards helping to “spread the word of dialogue & understanding” about the significant issues concerning Students and Youth education, employment, responsibilities, and most importantly, their vision in sustainable development programs worldwide.
The Youth Sustainable Development Studies Center fuels new thinking about the responsibility of Students to improve higher education systems and narrow the gap between the developed countries and the so-called developing countries.
The Center organizes interdisciplinary conferences, seminars, symposiums, and functions expresses opinions on various educational, social and cultural issues and works to generate public enthusiasm for science, technology, medicine, and humanities.
The Center also encourages youth to conduct multidisciplinary studies on different aspects of policies and strategies in the context of sustainable development. It deals with the development and evaluation of these policies and actions, and their relations with the technical, socio-economic and philosophical context of sustainable development.
Since the year 1998, Youth members of RASIT organize interdisciplinary conferences, seminars, symposiums, and functions expresses opinions on various issues that affect them. Youth also conducts multidisciplinary studies on different aspects of policies and strategies in the context of socio-economic sustainable development, as well as evaluation of these policies and actions and its impact on societies. RASIT provides Youth with all kind of support including the skills, the network, and the platform. Indeed Youth members have proved that they are much more than future leaders, in fact they are leaders of today and ready to develop a sustainable future.


RASIT - UNESCO Congress
"UNIVERSITY STUDENTS THINK THE UNTHINKABLE" The First Youth International Congress
March 1998 - Tunisia





350 university students representing 89 countries discussed with 50 professionals the Science Technology Higher Education in the World and drawn their own recommendations and possible solution to help improving the current system and narrow the gap between developed and developing countries.


The generated recommendations were signed by all students and sent to policymakers worldwide and international organizations for implementation.
The UNESCO used the generated recommendations in organizing its three world conferences.


For the first time, students were given the chance for the first time to be responsible and in charge of decision making. Students sat together, talked together, walked together hand in hand demonstrating peace, tolerance, respect and love.



GENERAL ISSUES RAISED





1. Gender issues in Science & Technology Education

2. International cooperation and sponsorship in Science &Technology

3. Staff & Students mobility

4. Social, ethical and environmental aspects in Science & Technology

5. Funding in Science & Technology

6. Understanding and popularization of Science & Technology

7. Future development of Science & Technology Education



GENERATED RECOMMENDATIONS



1. Gender issues in Science & technology Education:

- Female involvement should be brought to public attention through education and the media to a greater extent

- Greater awareness of equal opportunity issues in all levels of decision making should be encouraged

- Policy makers should be made more aware of constraints faced by women in science and technology and should take steps to overcome them

- Greater support by men in equal opportunity issues should be encouraged

- Gender prejudices and biases in the selection and promotion of scientists and technologists should be overcome.


2.International cooperation and sponsorship in Science & Technology:

- International sponsorship should be made more available and advertised more widely and effectively

- The needs of the developing countries should be assessed more effectively by donors and receivers in collaboration with international organizations

- International sponsorships should be extended to include post academic training within the country of origin.



GENERATED RECOMMENDATIONS



​3. Staff and Student Mobility:

- Greater emphasis should be put on group project work and field/professional placement in student exchange programs

- Students studying abroad need to be made more aware of their responsibilities to their countries of origin, and their government should provide incentives to encourage them to return to their home countries

- North to South and south-south student and faculty exchanges should be encouraged.


4. Social, ethical and environmental aspects in science & technology:

- Social, ethical and environmental aspects of science and technology should be integrated into a curricula

- Policy making and planning should anticipate and be able to cope with social, ethical and environmental consequences of emerging sciences and technologies.


5. Funding in Science & Technology:

- Greater involvement of private e.g., national and multinational and public sectors in student funding should be encouraged

- Appropriate infrastructure (educational banks) should be established to support research and application of science and technology

- In certain circumstances it may be agreed that debts overwritten by lenders should be used by the developing countries to invest in their education.



GENERATED RECOMMENDATIONS



6. Understanding and popularization of science and technology:

- Greater emphasis in communication skills in science and technology education should be encouraged

- Science and technology studies in each country should be made more relevant to the needs and aspirations of its population

- Science and technology should achieve its goals in close collaboration with the human and social sciences. One way to accomplish this is through the establishment of departments which train policy makers and administrators to study science and technology in its broadest, philosophical and social context

- Popularization of science amongst children and the public through greater involvement of the media and higher education establishments should be emphasized

- Local and indigenous knowledge should be taken into consideration in the popularization of science and technology programs.


7. Future development of science and technology education:

- Innovative methods of thinking in educational delivery and development should be encouraged at all levels in the curricula

- Greater emphasis should be put on student feedback and their involvement in decision and policy making

- Diversity of scientific disciplines and modes of study should be encouraged

- Scientific and technological visions need to be more long-term and not to be dedicated by makers forces

- Learning should be recognized and rewarded in whatever shape or format it takes place

- Access to information technology in education should be emphasized, and technology to be used should be determined by educational needs and not vice-versa

- Immediate steps should be taken to overcome language barriers in science and technology

- Educational policies implemented should be sustainable.



"If given economic and social care equally in such a way that invests in their abilities and talents, nothing will stop Youth from leading any development programs. In fact, Youth are the real axis of life and the promise of future sustainable development."
-- 17 April 1968



HRH Prince Mohammad bin King Faisal (I) El-Hashemite

Founder President


Some examples of symposiums, conferences and studies organized and conducted by RASIT's Youth



"Social Media and Personal Communication Skills"

"Over qualified..? and Work Experience Opportunities”.

"What to Study.. Market is Overloaded"

“Global Economy Impact on Higher Education and Scientific Research"

“On-Line Degrees.. Realism or Idealism"

"Discovering the Future: Open Debate between Professionals and Students"

“Higher Education and Job Opportunities: Students Assessment.

“Graduated .. But No Work Experience”

“Don’t Criticize Me .. Be my Mentor”



RASIT and FCCIAL Signed a Memorandum of Understanding for Cooperation in Arab Youth Empowerment and Development Programs





The Royal Academy of Science International Trust (RASIT) and the Federation of Chambers of Commerce Industry & Agriculture in Lebanon (FCCIAL) signed a memorandum of understanding aiming for cooperation in Arab Youth Empowerment and Development Programs. High levels of dignities, diplomats, businessmen, and youth attended the ceremony.


RASIT and FCCIAL will provide internship and training programs within the FCCIAL and its corporate members. In addition to workshops and support Youth studies and research, both RASIT and FCCIAL will organize an annual conference on the role of Arab Youth in Development.


The Executive Director of RASIT HRH Dr Princess Nisreen El-Hashemite and the President of FCCIAL Mr. Mohammed Choukeir announced for the launching of the “RASIT-FCCIAL Arab Youth Excellence Award. This yearly award will honor Arab Youth in various fields such as business, science and technology, social sciences, and arts.



Enwan
Arab Youth Empowerment Program





ENWAN is the unique radio program that gives Arab Youth the chance to interview professionals with outstanding talent and character.


ENWAN Radio Program is the only platform for MENA Youth that gives them the opportunity to ask and to reach their voice. In collaboration with the Ministry of Information of the Republic of Lebanon, ENWAN Radio Program is produced by RASIT, which is broadcasted via Lebanon Official Radio Station at FM 98.5 every Monday, started at 4 pm for one hour.


ENWAN Radio Program is run by Arab Youth who prepare the questions for each guest, who also contribute to the subject material of this radio show.


Since 2012, the years are challenging for the ENWAN Team, who are effected by the heat of the political atmosphere surrounding Lebanon. However, despite the extra demands, all of our operating objectives are achieved by the determination of RASIT’s Youth, who are insisting on reaching their voice to all audiences.



Program Outcomes





Program outcomes identify the knowledge, skills, abilities, achievements, etc., that Youth were able to demonstrate during and after the program.

Program Outcomes:
For Youth: Identify needs and develop communication skills to address it Function effectively as a team Use knowledge, skills and abilities to solve a problem in any context Capacity Building and training Social Responsibility Social Competency Leadership and Goal Setting and Decision Making
For Policymakers: Believing in Youth Abilities and Skills Considering Youth Comments and suggestions in Decision making Youth Involvement in Programs Opening wide-range of Internship and Employment Opportunities and Bridging the Gap between Generations.
For Community: Build Confidence in Youth Raising Public Awareness and Social Responsibility Popularization of Science and Popularization of the United Nations Development Agenda and its goals.


"We live in an era, in which science and technology have evolved miraculously, and are in ever more creative ways being harnessed to achieve sustainable development. It is necessary to recognize, however, that the world cannot turn the wheel of development and advancement without the central involvement of talented youth."
-- 17 April 1968





HRH Prince Mohammad bin King Faisal (I) El-Hashemite

Founder President


Since 1968, RASIT has been an organization with an infinite vision into the future and will continue this tradition of measureless services for the benefit of mankind.



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