Youth to tackle real-world challenges through bootcamp

Anewtransformational youth development programme for high school students across GCC has been launched to offer tools, mindset, and mentorship needed to tackle real-world challenges through technology, teamwork and innovation.

- Jamil Khan, Senior Reporter

The programme launched by A Learning Lab in collaboration with Stanford Mentors will be set up in locations across the region for students aged 13 to 18.

Speaking about the programme, Aneeqa Larab, Deputy Head of A Learning Lab said, “The bootcamp is being held across the UAE, Bahrain, Qatar and KSA from Oct.ll to 29, 2025. What sets this bootcamp apart is the depth of technical learning combined with an emphasis on leadership, ethics, and collaboration, guided by mentors from a world-renowned academic institution. Students will leave with more than just a working project; they will gain experience in professional communication, pitching ideas, working in diverse teams, and thinking critically about the impact of Al in society.