The Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET) has announced its partnership with Sport Impact Summit (SIS), an initiative which organisers say is aimed at harnessing sport to drive sustainability, health, and economic growth.
According to SIS organisers, the summit, scheduled to take place in Dubai from December 4th to 5th, 2024, will convene global thought leaders, athletes, academics, and sustainability experts to tackle pressing global challenges and focus on “actionable solutions.”
“We are thrilled to partner with the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism. Their progressive approach to sustainability and community well-being perfectly aligns with the mission of the Sport Impact Summit,” said Sean Morris, former First-Class Cricketer and Co-Founder of the Sport Impact Summit, adding: “Together, we have the chance to inspire global change through the power of sport and showcase Dubai as a leader in fostering innovation and sustainable practices that benefit both local communities and the world.”
DET and SIS shared that they will collaborate to identify and support high-impact events and develop a long-term strategy aligned with the Dubai Economic Agenda, D33.
Commenting on the partnership, Ahmed Al Khaja, CEO of Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment (DFRE), part of DET, called sport an “incredible catalyst for sustainable social and economic growth.”
“Taking place shortly after the month-long Dubai Fitness Challenge, the summit will provide further momentum to Dubai’s wider fitness movement, help to identify new opportunities to strengthen sporting infrastructure and inspire communities to elevate their fitness journeys further,” said Al Khaja.