Duba: Pakistan Association Dubai (PAD) has announced that Future Fest 2025, its annual Education and Career Expo, will be held on 24–25 November at PAD’s premises. The event has evolved into a major platform connecting students with academic pathways, career opportunities, and future-ready skills.
Future Fest 2025 aims to bridge the gap between education and industry by hosting leading universities, industry experts, and professional speakers. This year’s edition includes keynote talks, workshops, interactive learning sessions and live student engagement with a strong focus on emerging fields such as artificial intelligence, digital media, leadership, public speaking, and global career mobility.
PAD said the initiative reflects its commitment to making quality education more accessible and creating opportunity-driven avenues for youth.
Keynote Sessions and Workshops
The two-day event will feature multiple expert-led sessions, including:
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Design Your Future — hands-on workshop for students
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Omar Hayat, leadership consultant and founder of CLD MENA, presenting Inspiring Others for a Better You
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Dr Javeria Atif, American Board-certified Aesthetic Medicine specialist, speaking on How Medicine and Content Creation Can Go Together
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Fahad Ali, Founder & CEO of Broomstick Creative, conducting a keynote and workshop on How to Be Smart with AI
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Sophiya Anjam, host at Vibe FM 105.4, delivering Master the Mic for aspiring presenters and podcasters
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Dr Reyaz Ahmad, Horizon University, leading a workshop on Career Opportunities & Future-Ready Pathways
Exhibitions and Opportunities
Future Fest will offer:
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Scholarships, admission discounts, laptop/tablet giveaways, and student engagement zones
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Exhibitions from over 15 leading universities, including:
Bath Spa University, Walsh American College, Idea Academy, Horizon College, Swiss Business School, Murdoch University, University of Creative Sciences, British Council, De Montfort University, Superior University, Heriot-Watt University, Phoenix International, Jumeira University, and London South Bank University
Participating Schools
Students will attend from Pakistan Education Academy, English Language Pvt School, Sheikh Rashid Al Maktoum School, Al Amaal School, Pakistan Islamia Sharjah, PAMIR Private School, Sheikh Khalifa Bin Zayed Arab Pakistani School, Pakistan Islamia Ras Al Khaimah, Pakistan Islamia Al Ain, Omar Bin Khattab School, Pakistan Islamia Fujairah, and City School Dubai.
PAD said Future Fest 2025 aims to inspire students to explore diverse academic and career possibilities while equipping them with the tools needed to succeed in a fast-evolving global landscape.
