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In collaboration with ‘Nafis,’ General Women's Union, and UAE Media Council
Ministry of Culture launches ‘Path of Creativity’ Program

to train and employ Emiratis in Cultural and Creative

industries

Abu Dhabi, September 21, 2025: The Ministry of Culture - in collaboration with the

Emirati Talent Competitiveness Council ‘Nafis,’ the General Women’s Union, and
UAE Media Council - is set to launch ‘Path of Creativity’ program, aimed at

supporting citizens seeking employment in the cultural and creative industries. The
program will be hosted at the Maqam Council in Al Ain City on 25 September 2025,

bringing together federal and local entities as well as private sector companies.

The initiative is designed to connect Emirati creatives with job opportunities that align

with their skills and expertise, ensuring their talents are fully utilised while
strengthening the contribution of the cultural and creative industries to the nation’s

economy. By establishing direct communication channels between creatives and

private sector institutions, the program seeks to streamline the employment process
and foster collaborations across various creative fields.

Additionally, the program aims to develop the professional skills of creatives by

providing specialised training and qualification programs that help them adapt to
different work environments. The initiative also seeks to encourage creatives to

participate in international projects, exhibitions, and programs that enhance their

presence on the global stage.

As part of this program, the Ministry of Culture will place up to 300 interns annually
across various fields, including music, photography, fine arts, publishing, library

sciences, gaming, graphic and architectural design, technology, media, and the
broader creative economy. These one-year paid internships will provide hands-on

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