In today's rapidly evolving world, innovation plays a pivotal role in shaping the future of various
industries and societies. The conference session, "Critical Youth in the Raw Materials Environment"
focuses on the indispensable contribution of youth in fostering innovation and addressing the
challenges associated with supply and demand of critical raw materials. By involving young individuals
from academia, industry, and governance, this session aims to explore the unique perspectives and
fresh ideas that the youth bring to the table and, consequently, to their future. This session will provide
a platform for dynamic discussions, knowledge sharing, and the exchange of ideas between academia,
industry, civil society and governance, with a specific focus on engaging the youth through young
leaders. The workshop will consist of a selection of four young representatives that bring their unique
perspective from academia, industry, civil society and governance and give them the opportunity to
showcase their innovative and entrepreneurial journeys in front of an expert audience, including Ali
Hassan (FreeMountain Consultancy/EIT RawMaterials Alumni), Eva Marquis (University of Exeter),
and Léane Verhulst (BRGM).