H.E. Ambassador Dr. Mohieldin Salim, Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation of the Republic of Sudan, received Eng. Huzyfa Elhassan, Secretary General of the Afro Arab Youth Council (AAYC), at his office, within the framework of strengthening cooperation with regional youth organizations.
The Afro Arab Youth Council (AAYC) participated in the activities of the Arab Regional Forum on Youth, Peace and Security, hosted in Algeria on Saturday, March 28 - 29, 2026, at the Sheraton Hotel. The Council was represented at a high level by its President, Dr. Nabil Mohammed Yahiaoui, alongside broad participation from ministers, diplomatic figures, and youth from various Arab countries.
The Afro Arab Youth Council (AAYC) extends its sincere congratulations to H.E. Ambassador Mawadda Omar Haj Al-Tom, Ambassador of the Republic of Sudan to the Kingdom of Morocco, on the occasion of her recognition during the closing ceremony of ICESCO’s International Women’s Day celebration.
The Afro-Arab Youth Council (AAYC) extends its warm congratulations to H.E. Fathallah Abdel-Latif Al-Zeni on gaining the confidence of the Prime Minister of the Government of National Unity in Libya and being appointed Minister of State for African Affairs at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
The Afro-Arab Youth Council (AAYC) extends its sincere congratulations to H.E. Haitham Yousef Al-Zahaf on gaining the confidence of the Prime Minister of the Government of National Unity in Libya and being appointed Minister of Youth.
The Afro Arab Youth Council is organizing an online panel discussion to mark the 22nd anniversary of its establishment (2004 – 2026). The event will take place on 15 March 2026 via Zoom Conference, with the participation of distinguished youth leaders from the Arab world and Africa.
On this day 9 of March, 22 years ago, a visionary idea was born to bring together the youth of the Arab world and Africa under one platform, driven by a shared belief in the power of young people to shape a more connected and prosperous future.
The Afro Arab Youth Council participated in the Forum économique des jeunes du Bénin 2026, held in Cotonou from 20 to 28 February 2026. The forum was organized by the Conseil National des Jeunes Élus du Bénin and brought together a wide range of youth leaders, policymakers, entrepreneurs, and development partners from across Africa.
The Afro-Arab Youth Council participated in organizing the second edition of the Bahrain Kite Festival, hosted by the Bahrain Voluntary Work Society in the Kingdom of Bahrain. The festival witnessed wide participation from expatriate communities in the Kingdom, particularly the Indian community, along with strong attendance from families and youth.
The Afro-Arab Youth Council participated in the closing ceremony of the Global Entrepreneurship and Investment Forum in Manama, which coincided with the 30th anniversary of the opening of the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) Office in the Kingdom of Bahrain. During the ceremony, H.E. Dr. Hashem Suleiman Al-Hussein was honored in recognition of his significant efforts in supporting entrepreneurship, empowering youth, and promoting sustainable industrial development.
The Afro Arab Youth Council extends its highest congratulations to the leadership, government, and people of the State of Kuwait on the occasion of its National Day.
The Afro-Arab Youth Council (AAYC) participated in the Sixth Edition of the Global Entrepreneurship and Investment Forum, hosted by the Kingdom of Bahrain in its capital, Manama, and organized by the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO), with broad participation from economic leaders, policymakers, entrepreneurs, universities, financial institutions, and civil society representatives from around the world.
The Afro Arab Youth Council is organizing an online panel discussion titled: The Role of the Afro Arab Youth Council in Arab African Integration 22 Years of Journey (2004 – 2026)
As part of its ongoing efforts to promote a culture of peace and empower emerging youth leaders, the Afro Arab Youth Council (AAYC) is organizing an introductory session for its Capacity Building Program in Peacebuilding & Conflict Management, in preparation for launching the first cohort of the program in Sudan.
As part of its efforts to empower youth and support entrepreneurship, the Afro-Arab Youth Council is organizing an online training workshop entitled “From Idea to a Market-Ready Project.” The workshop targets young people who aspire to transform their ideas into practical and executable projects.
The Afro-Arab Youth Council invites young creatives to participate in the 3rd edition of the Khartoum International Mobile Film Festival by submitting their works across the festival categories in support of youth creativity and cultural industries.
The African Union Exhibition in Algeria is a pivotal event aimed at enhancing cooperation and communication among African countries. The exhibition focuses on a variety of important themes, such as sustainable development, culture, technology, and the economy. It includes dynamic activities such as workshops, seminars, and cultural performances, which promote mutual understanding and effective collaboration among African nations.
An International Afro Arab Youth Council Youth Organization... advocates for youth rights and issues and contributes to achieving the goals of Afro Arab Youth Council.
The council includes representatives from youth organizations in ~60 countries including diaspora.
Cooperation & integration among youth orgs, raising awareness, and advocating for rights with focus on education & training.
Empower youth • Support women • Enhance cooperation • Build capabilities.
It is a regional initiative aimed at supporting and motivating Arab and African youth towards creativity and innovation, enabling them to launch entrepreneurial projects that contribute to sustainable development in the region. The award seeks to highlight young talents and encourage projects and ideas that offer innovative solutions to social and economic challenges, thereby enhancing Arab and African cooperation and supporting integrated development.
It is a cultural project aimed at establishing a large and diverse library dedicated to collecting and organizing sources of knowledge and cultural heritage from Arab and African countries in one place. The library aims to enhance cultural cooperation between Arab and African youth and aspires to be a shared academic and heritage reference among peoples, embracing both Arab and African heritage and promoting mutual understanding between the two regions.
It is a developmental project aimed at creating a comprehensive complex that hosts events and activities dedicated to supporting youth from Arab and African countries. The city aspires to be a vibrant urban center that provides an educational, cultural, and sports environment, encourages cooperation between youth from both regions, enhances mutual understanding, and stimulates economic and social growth.
The United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) is a UN agency based in Vienna, Austria, aimed at promoting global security by combating organized crime and drug trafficking.<br />
The Arab Union for Training is a regional organization aimed at enhancing the quality of training and professional development in Arab countries by unifying efforts and resources among member states. The union strives to build the capacities of individuals and communities by offering specialized and effective training programs that respond to labor market needs and contribute to sustainable development.
The Arab Thought Forum is a cultural and intellectual institution established in Jordan with the aim of promoting and developing Arab thought. It serves as a platform for dialogue and discussion on political, social, and cultural issues relevant to the Arab world. The forum seeks to bring together thinkers, researchers, and academics from various disciplines to exchange opinions and ideas, thereby enhancing understanding and cooperation among Arab countries.<br />
The Bibliotheca Alexandrina is a cultural center and public library located in the city of Alexandria, Egypt. It represents the revival of one of the most famous ancient libraries in history, the ancient Library of Alexandria, which was a beacon of knowledge and learning in the ancient world.
The Arab Thought Forum is an intellectual and cultural institution established in 2000, aimed at promoting Arab thought and discussing the intellectual, cultural, political, and social issues facing the Arab world. Based in Amman, Jordan, the forum brings together a group of intellectuals, academics, thinkers, and researchers from various Arab countries.
The International Organization for Volunteer Efforts is a non-governmental organization aimed at promoting volunteerism and community engagement on a global scale.
The Arab Volunteer Union is a non-governmental organization that includes a group of organizations and bodies working in the field of volunteerism across Arab countries
The African Youth Union is a non-governmental organization that includes a group of young people from various African countries. Its aim is to enhance the role of youth in social, political, and economic development across the continent.
The African-Arab Cultural Institute is a cultural institution established to promote cooperation and cultural exchange between Arab and African countries. The institute was created under the umbrella of the Arab League and the Organization of African Unity (now the African Union) to strengthen the cultural and civilizational ties between Arab and African peoples.
The Arab League is a regional organization that includes Arab countries in the Middle East and North Africa, established on March 22, 1945, in Cairo. The League aims to unify efforts among member states and enhance cooperation in various fields, such as politics, economics, and culture, as well as to coordinate on security and defense issues.
The Afrabia Award for Literature and Arts is an annual award established by the Arab and African Youth Council, aimed at motivating and supporting creative youth in various cultural and artistic fields from both the African and Arab spaces. The award specifically seeks to encourage young talents and competencies in the fields of literature, art, and sciences, while strengthening cultural ties between Arab and African youth.
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