The third edition of the Global Conference on Talent and Creativity, organized by the King Abdulaziz and His Companions Foundation for Giftedness and Creativity "Mawhiba," opens tomorrow, Sunday, running from November 24 to 26, 2024, under the theme "Creative Minds Without Borders." The conference will be held at the King Abdullah Petroleum Studies and Research Center (KAPSARC) in Riyadh, with the participation of a select group of experts and gifted individuals from more than 50 countries around the world.

Global Goals to Foster Creativity

The conference aims to:

  • Showcase the potential of gifted individuals from around the world.
  • Develop a comprehensive, integrated system for nurturing talent.
  • Strengthen strategic partnerships and integration between institutions.
  • Improve opportunities for international cooperation and knowledge exchange.

Diverse Activities With Broad Participation

The conference, which will bring together more than 300 gifted individuals and local and international speakers, includes a variety of activities, such as:

  • 6 panel discussions addressing key issues in talent and creativity.
  • 8 workshops focused on developing creative skills.
  • A "Creathon" with four tracks, aiming to find innovative solutions to global challenges.
  • An exhibition and accompanying cultural events enabling the exchange of knowledge and experience.
  • Keynote speakers offering forward-looking insights on innovation and creativity.

Joining Forces to Address Global Challenges

The conference comes amid a growing need to unite the efforts of creative minds worldwide to develop innovative solutions to challenges facing humanity and build a brighter future. It builds on the success of the two previous editions, whose recommendations aimed to inspire a new generation of gifted and creative individuals to lead change and make a positive impact on their communities and the world.

"Mawhiba": A Pioneer in Discovering Talent

Mawhiba is one of the world's leading institutions in nurturing gifted individuals, offering comprehensive programs to discover and empower them, and building strategic partnerships with local and international entities, making it a global model for supporting talent and innovation.