Queen Silvia of Sweden, the president of Mentor International, will be among the high profile dignitaries at the Mentor Arabia Gala Dinner 2025 held under the patronage of Her Highness Sheikha Moza bint Nasser, Chairperson of the Education Above All Foundation (EAA).

The EAA, a global development and education foundation, in collaboration with the Mentor Arabia Foundation, will host the Mentor Arabia Gala Dinner 2025 on February 18.

Details of the event were announced at a press conference Monday.

The gala dinner is set to bring global leaders, sponsors, and changemakers together to support youth empowerment and sustainable development.

Mentor Arabia chairman Prince Turki bin Talal bin Abdulaziz al-Saud will also be attending the event, which aims to highlight the critical role of youth in building sustainable and healthy communities while raising funds for impactful projects.

Mentor Arabia chief executive Thuraya Ismail and Abdulla al-Abdulla, the executive director of the EAA’s Rota (Reach Out to Asia) programme, with representatives of key sponsors such as Katara Hospitality, Qatar Airways, Doha Bank, Lulu Group, Place Vendôme, Vodafone Qatar, Chopard, Al Abdulghani Motors, Marriott Worldwide Business Councils Qatar, and Snoonu, were at the press conference.

They shared insights into the events’ objectives and significance of the gala dinner.

Attendees also received a preview of high-profile guests, auction items, and participating celebrities of the upcoming event.

Swedish ambassador Gautam Bhattacharyya said that it would be the first time a Swedish monarch is coming to Qatar.

“We are proud and very excited about the visit,” he said. “It is a private visit, but an important (one), for Her Majesty, for Sweden and for the foundation and for the youth.”

“It is just the start of a long collaboration, I hope, which will lead to positive impact for youngsters across the Arabian countries,” he said.

He also highlighted the visit of His Highness the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad al-Thani to Stockholm in September.

Proceeds from the gala dinner will benefit thousands of youths in Qatar and Lebanon through the Youth Empowerment and Employment for Development (Yeed) project, a joint initiative between the EAA and Mentor Arabia.

The project underscores the shared commitment to equipping youth with the skills and opportunities to build sustainable futures.

“The Yeed project exemplifies the transformative power of education and collaboration,” said Rota executive director al-Abdulla. “By equipping youth in Qatar and Lebanon with critical skills and pathways to employment, we are not just changing individual lives, we are empowering a generation, too.”

“Create sustainable, thriving communities,” he continued. “By fostering education-to-employment pathways and supporting green skills development, we aim to provide meaningful employment opportunities that contribute to a brighter, more sustainable future for the region.”

"The essence of everything we do is to make a positive impact on the lives of children and youth through our targeted awareness programmes and our strategic partnerships with the governments, private sector, international organisations, media and academic institutions and others,” said Mentor Arabia chief executive Ismail. “Contributing to sustainable communities and empowering youth is what we aim to achieve throughout our joint venture with Education Above All in Qatar, Lebanon, and the region.”

The Mentor Arabia Gala Dinner 2025 promises an unforgettable evening, featuring thought-provoking keynote speeches, captivating cultural performances, and unparalleled networking opportunities with global leaders, dignitaries, and changemakers.
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