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11/23/23, 3:56 PM Dubai Culture and Watani Al Emarat sign MoU to strengthen national identity | Al Bawaba
Dubai Culture and Watani Al Emarat sign MoU to strengthen

national identity

PRESS RELEASE Published November 22nd, 2023 - 09:02 GMT

During the event.
Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture) has signed a memorandum of
understanding with Watani Al Emarat Foundation to enhance mutual collaboration, exchange
knowledge and expertise, and develop joint research projects that spread awareness of
Emirati history and culture. The collaboration also aims to organise a series of educational
and training programmes to promote authentic Emirati heritage and values. This MoU aligns
with the commitment of both parties to preserve and instill national identity in the
community and contribute to spreading concepts and foundations supporting national loyalty
and citizenship values in society.
The MoU reflects the keenness of Dubai Culture and Watani Al Emarat Foundation to
achieve Dubai's visions and aspirations by exchanging best practices and institutional
experiences. It also emphasises the activation of communication and collaboration channels,
confirming their strategic partnership and integrated efforts to raise the quality of life and
instill a culture of national loyalty in future generations.
The MoU outlines the roles of both parties, allowing Watani Al Emarat Foundation to utilise
the Dubai Public Library branches, Al Jalila Cultural Centre for Children, and the Authority’s
museums and heritage sites to organise lectures, seminars, activities, educational workshops,
and training sessions aiming to spread knowledge and awareness of the country's culture and
history. The collaboration also involves developing innovative means to preserve national
identity, introducing heritage, customs, and traditions, and encouraging their adherence. The
MoU also outlines cooperation in preparing and implementing qualitative and educational
programmes related to the country’s union and participating in enriching the national events
hosted by the Authority’s facilities and assets.
Muna Faisal Algurg, CEO of the Culture & Heritage Sector at Dubai Culture, affirmed that
the partnership with Watani Al Emarat Foundation reflects the Authority's efforts to
consolidate national identity in the hearts of future generations, preserve heritage, and expand
the presence of Emirati culture worldwide as well as Dubai Culture’s commitment to the
'Principles of the 50' that promote the values of cultural respect and national identity through
openness and tolerance, stating: “Through its diverse projects and initiatives, Dubai Culture
is dedicated to deepening social cohesion and highlighting society's cultural and humanistic
aspects, strengthening the sense of belonging to the homeland. We are also actively
enhancing the global presence of Emirati heritage and raising public awareness, which falls
within our cultural responsibility, a cornerstone of the sectoral priorities within our strategic
roadmap.”
HE Dherar Belhoul Al Falasi, Executive Director of Watani Al Emarat Foundation, said: "We
are delighted to announce our agreement with Dubai Culture, marking a significant step
towards enhancing mutual cooperation and establishing channels for the exchange of
knowledge and expertise. This collaboration aligns seamlessly with our shared vision and

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