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3/3/25, 10:54 AM Ministry of Culture Launches National Framework for Emirati Cultural Activities in Schools
The framework encompasses comprehensive policies, standards, and action plans

designed to engage students across all age groups, from kindergarten to secondary

school, in both public and private institutions. Its primary objectives include strengthening

Emirati identity, promoting positive character traits, and encouraging community

participation.

Implemented in its initial phase between August 2023 and January 2024, the framework

engaged over 1,300 teachers and approximately 2,000 students across various schools,

with contributions from 107 cultural entities. The programme aligns with the ‘Year of

Community’ initiative, announced by President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin

Zayed Al Nahyan, which seeks to enhance community cohesion and national

development.

Mubarak Al Nakhi, Under-Secretary of the Ministry of Culture, highlighted the
importance of cultural awareness in shaping future generations.

“Awareness of cultural heritage contributes to building a

generation capable of preserving its identity and leading

the nation towards the future through knowledge, critical

thinking, and creativity,”

he stated.

Mohammed Al Qassim, Under-Secretary of the Ministry of Education, described the

framework as a qualitative leap in strengthening national identity. The programme

incorporates in-school, out-of-school, online, and community cultural engagement

activities, offering students hands-on experiences, field trips, and digital resources.

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