Masari Project
Masari, meaning "pathway" in Arabic, is a talent development program launched in 2022. It offers diverse tracks, including scholarships, global training, exchange programs, adventures, and job shadowing, through strategic partnerships to empower young talents.
Last Updated: October 9, 2025

Best Practice Overview
Masari which is an Arabic word that means route or pathway to a destination. A project launched in its first version in 2022, is designed to empower, develop, and refine exceptional talents through a range of tracks. The tracks have varied, with strategic partnerships being established to provide outstanding opportunities for young people, such as the scholarship track, the training track in global companies, the international exchange programs track, the external activities track, the outbound travel track to experience different adventures, and the job shadowing track in various institutions.
Objectives:
- Providing high-quality opportunities to develop the capabilities of young people.
- Accelerating the process of refining young people’s capabilities through practical experiences.
- Increasing and improving job skills among young people.
- Supporting the educational process in Bahrain.
Duration of the Initiative:
- Annual program.
Positive Impact:
- The outcomes of the first and second editions of the Masari project have been significant, with over 300 youth joining the Masari Association.
- These individuals are provided with continuous opportunities for learning, development, and networking, helping them build valuable skills and connections for their future careers.
Preparation Phase:
- Organizing meetings with relevant stakeholders.
- Planning data collection on available opportunities and organizing the initiative.
- Identifying suitable opportunities and updating the database accordingly.
- Promoting opportunities through the “eShabab” mobile application and Instagram.
Implementation Phase:
- Implementing guidance and registration processes for interested individuals in the initiative.
- Communicating with applicants to provide comprehensive information.
- Ensuring the completion of registration requests and offering support as needed.
Post-Initiative Phase:
- Reviewing the performance of the initiative and analyzing the results to improve future operations.
- Following up on the status of accepted applicants in study and practical training opportunities.
- Communicating with relevant parties to develop future cooperation and improve initiatives.
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