Sultan Bin Ahmed opens Shura sessions for children, youth

Sheikh Sultan Bin Ahmed Bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Deputy Ruler of Sharjah, inaugurated on Sunday the 18th session of the Sharjah Children’s Shura Council and the 9th session of the Sharjah Youth Shura Council, under the slogan “Serving the Community is Leadership,” at the Sharjah Consultative Council (SCC) headquarters.

In his address, the Deputy Ruler of Sharjah affirmed that the two councils operate according to the vision established by His Highness Dr Sheikh Sultan Bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, and receive the attention and support of his wife, Her Highness Sheikha Jawaher Bint Mohammed Al Qasimi, Wife of the Ruler of Sharjah.

Sheikh Sultan Bin Ahmed expressed his delight in celebrating this distinguished group of Sharjah’s children and youth through the inauguration of the 18th session of the Sharjah Children’s Shura Council and the 9th session of the Sharjah Youth Shura Council.

Sheikh Sultan Bin Ahmed pointed out that the slogan “Serving the Community is Leadership” embodies the true meaning of participation and responsibility.

It reflects the expected role of the two councils at this stage and demonstrates Sharjah’s confidence in its children and youth, and its belief in their ability to contribute consciously to discussing issues that affect their generation, and to offer ideas and proposals that serve the community and support the nation’s progress.

Sheikh Sultan Bin Ahmed emphasised that council membership is both a responsibility and an opportunity for learning, saying, “Your membership in the Shura Councils is not merely an honorary role, but a genuine responsibility and an opportunity for experience and learning. Through it, you enhance your dialogue skills, respect for differing opinions, teamwork, and the responsibility of presenting opinions and recommendations that reflect your aspirations and serve your community.”

Sheikh Sultan Bin Ahmed addressed the selection of members for the Children’s and Youth Councils, saying, “Your selection to these councils is a testament to genuine community trust, embodied in the broad participation in the voting process. Nearly 20,000 voters from the Emirate of Sharjah participated in electing members to the Children’s and Youth Councils, a number that reflects the community’s awareness of the importance of these councils and its belief in your role in representing the voice of your generation, bearing responsibility, and actively contributing to community service and decision-making.”

Sheikh Sultan Bin Ahmed added, “The experience of the Sharjah Children’s and Youth Councils over the past years has proven their ability to make a positive impact through the constructive initiatives and ideas presented by their members. These have contributed to developing conscious and responsible role models. Today, you are expected to continue this path, and to ensure that the motto of your term is reflected in your actions: to make community service your foundation, leadership your practice, and collaborative work your approach.”

Sheikh Sultan Bin Ahmed addressed the members of the Shura Council, saying, “Proceed with confidence, express the voice of Sharjah’s children and youth with awareness and responsibility, actively participate in discussions and proceedings, and offer well-considered opinions and recommendations that reflect your understanding of the issues facing your generation and your concern for the future of your nation. Know that your opinions are valued, and that these councils were established to be a genuine platform for listening and constructive dialogue. With the commencement of this session, you will hold your first procedural meeting after this opening, which represents the practical beginning of your parliamentary work. Here, you will begin organising your tasks, assuming your responsibilities, and actively participating in the work of the council with a spirit of commitment and cooperation.”

Sheikh Sultan Bin Ahmed concluded his address by congratulating them on the commencement of the current session, wishing them success in their parliamentary journey and hoping that this experience will be a significant milestone in the journey of both councils and their members, contributing to their personal development and strengthening their role as active partners in serving the community and building the nation.

WAM