Showcasing Expo 2020 Dubai's Legacy Strategy Emiratisation by choice

Mega events are more than just grand spectacles; they are catalysts for economic, social, and cultural growth. While they elevate a nation's political outreach and enhance its global image, the true measure of success lies in capturing a long-lasting legacy. However, not all host cities manage to achieve this.

One of the primary benefits of hosting a mega event is the global exposure and the experience gained in managing such large-scale operations. Post-event, the hosting nation can often retain skilled individuals who contribute to a rich human legacy, benefiting both young people and the broader society. Historically, considerable effort has been invested in delivering successful mega events — yet, many cities have failed to capitalize on the opportunities these events present, primarily due to the absence of a strategic legacy plan.

Mega events attract diverse talent from across the globe, fostering a unique pool of international expertise. This diversity, brimming with innovative ideas and creativity, is invaluable during the event and must be effectively transferred to local talent. World Expos, in particular, are powerful platforms for knowledge transfer and capability enhancement. Expo 2020 Dubai promised not only to deliver an extraordinary event but also to focus on the future, ensuring an exceptional legacy.

Expo 2020 Dubai Emiratization's Vision, Mission, and Strategic Approach

Vision: To create an Emirati talent legacy capable of replicating future mega-events for the UAE.

Strategic Approach: Expo 2020 Dubai presents a unique opportunity for the UAE to showcase its hospitality, heritage, and ambitions to a global audience. It also offered Emirati nationals invaluable experience in organizing and executing a global event. By immersing Emirati talent in this environment, the aim was to cultivate a legacy of world-class expertise.

Emiratization Strategy: Expo 2020 Dubai had crafted an ambitious Emiratization strategy to ensure national talent can replicate and deliver future mega events. This strategy included an inclusive talent acquisition program clubbed with a robust knowledge transfer framework at each stage to support the talent legacy goals.

As the strategy was inclusive, catering to Emirati nationals of all ages, backgrounds, and skills, ensuring they play a central role in delivering an exceptional World Expo. Several programs under this strategy were designed to offer opportunities to a diverse cross-sourcing of Emirati nationals, including Government Secondees, Youth and People of Determination