# SDG Powertalks

## 1. (SDG Powertalk) The importance of the SDGs by [Ayla Bajwa](https://aiesec-in-united-arab-emirates.gitbook.io/youth-speak-forum-2021/speakers-information#ayla-bajwa)

This SDG Powertalk will focus on the points below:

* The importance of a data driven approach to the SDGs
* The importance of business engagement and leadership to achieve the SDGs
* The importance of global cooperation, emphasised at the UN 70th anniversary  
* I will provide examples/anecdotes/platforms specific to the below SDGs and mention the cross-cutting nature of SDG 5
* I will also touch upon youth engagement around the SDGs if you think this is an important aspect to cover given the audience

## 2. (SDG Powertalk) Sustainability in Aviation by [Maxine Youlten](https://aiesec-in-united-arab-emirates.gitbook.io/youth-speak-forum-2021/speakers-information#maxine-youlten)

This SDG Powertalk will focus on the points below:

* The Etihad Greenliner Programme (EGP) – What it is?
* EGP – The pillars
* The achievements so far in Sustainability – how they align to SDG’s
* Aligning today’s world to tomorrow’s future – how we balance sustainability to include financial, business, and brand sustainability.
* What drives you? “If not me, then who?” Finding a ‘Why’ and not letting go.
* Seeking mentors
* The challenges we face – the oxymoron of sustainability and aviation

## 3. (SDG Powertalk) "A voice for sustainability in the UAE" by [Kenda Bustami](https://aiesec-in-united-arab-emirates.gitbook.io/youth-speak-forum-2021/speakers-information#kenda-bustami)