Youth Development Programs
Designing and delivering youth programs and projects that respond to real community needs, empower young people, and strengthen youth ecosystems across the Kingdom
Professional Youth Practice
Advancing youth work through training, facilitation, research, and practical tools—supported by experienced practitioners, experts, and institutional knowledge
Community & Institutional Impact
Collaborating with youth organizations, community initiatives, and public institutions to co-create impactful programs and sustainable youth initiatives
About Shabab Mujtamaie
Shabab Mujtamaie is a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting professionals working with youth through a holistic approach. We provide specialized content, deliver training programs, and foster a professional community. designed to empower practitioners and enhance the quality of youth work.
Founded in March 2017 as a community initiative under Khalid Ali Al-Turki & Sons Holding Company, Shabab Mujtamaie aims to increase youth productivity and strengthen their social and economic impact. This mission is achieved through capacity building, knowledge development, and fostering a professional ecosystem for youth workers in Saudi Arabia, and later across the Arab and Islamic world.
In March 2021, Shabab Mujtamaie transitioned into an endowment-based (waqf) entity, reinforcing its commitment to sustainability and long-term impact.
And in 2024, Shabab Mujtamaie completed another strategic transformation by transitioning into a nonprofit organization, further strengthening its governance structure and expanding its capacity to deliver sustainable, high-impact youth initiatives
- Our Approach
- Content – Specialized and knowledge-based resources
- Capacities – Professional training and skills development
- Community – A dynamic professional network for youth workers
Our focus is on advancing professional youth work, building a vibrant professional community, and contributing to research and knowledge production in the youth sector
Shabab Mujtamaie works across three integrated tracks:
- Youth Workers
Youth workers are professionals in the public, private, and non-profit sectors who are academically and practically qualified to work directly with youth. They design and deliver non-formal programs and activities that support youth development and self-directed learning.
Shabab Mujtamaie focuses on youth workers aged 20–44.
Youth We view youth as a distinct life stage with its own cultural, social, and conceptual identity.
Our work supports those serving young people aged 15–29
- Professional Youth Work
Professional youth work complements formal education through non-formal learning.
It aims to empower young people, strengthen their independence and active citizenship, and promote their social, economic, cultural, and civic participation
Our Vision, Mission & Core Values
Why
At Shabab Mujtamaie, we believe that empowering youth is not an option—it is a necessity for building a more aware and sustainable society. We work to create meaningful spaces where young voices are heard, ideas are transformed into tangible impact, and youth become active partners in development and shaping the future
How
We achieve this by designing practical models and experiences that combine knowledge, participation, and application within clear institutional frameworks. Our approach focuses on capacity building, activating dialogue, providing advisory and operational support, and creating interactive environments that enable youth and initiatives to grow in an organized and sustainable way
What
Shabab Mujtamaie offers a range of programs and services that include establishing and activating youth councils, incubating initiatives through Maab Incubator, delivering knowledge-driven experiences through Rawashin Learning, and providing Maab Space as a flexible environment for hosting meetings, workshops, and various experiential activities—serving individuals and organizations while creating long-term social impact
