JEDDAH: The University of Jeddah is preparing to launch the first International Forum on Giftedness in Higher Education, which will be held on Sept. 3 and 4, at the university’s conference center under the patronage of Minister of Education Yousef Al-Benyan.

The forum will showcase award-winning innovations from talented students at the university that have been recognized at international exhibitions.

It will also highlight the latest local and global developments in the field of talent, present policies and programs dedicated to nurturing gifted students, and encourage innovation as a means of empowering national capabilities in the labor market.

The event aims to spread awareness about the importance of supporting gifted students among university students, their families, and stakeholders.

The two-day program will include keynote sessions, panel discussions, cultural competitions, interactive exhibitions, and specialised workshops, offering a wide range of activities for participants.