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Press Release
MBRF distributes ‘Smart Reading Library’ bags to
encourage Arabic language learning among students
24 June 2024 - The Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Knowledge Foundation (MBRF)
distributed ‘Smart Reading Library’ bags to schools across the UAE in line with the ‘Bil Arabi’
initiative. The initiative comes in alignment with the MBRF’s continuous efforts to support the
educational sector and institutions by ensuring the availability of Arabic language books and
children’s stories to encourage a reading and learning culture among various segments of
society. Furthermore, it signifies the MBRF’s commitment to motivating both Arab and non-
Arab students to learn the Arabic language. The bags were distributed at Hartland
International School Dubai and the Dubai English Speaking School & College (DESSC). In the
next phase, it will be expanded to more schools.
The initiative is a testament to the MBRF’s endeavor to support and empower children to
build a better future for themselves and their community by offering a wider range of
knowledge resources and valuable content. The Smart Reading Library bags contained a wide
array of unique educational books, colorful storybooks in Arabic, paintings, educational cards,
and a smart pen that reads and teaches children the accurate pronunciation of words, to
encourage Arabic curricula in schools. These materials hold a pivotal role in developing
advanced learning skills among children and motivating them to read innovatively as per their
age, ultimately opening vast avenues of knowledge.
His Excellency Jamal bin Huwaireb, CEO of the MBRF, said: “Through this initiative, we
continue our mission of spreading knowledge, supporting education, and promoting
innovation. It is a vital step in our efforts towards reinforcing the Arabic language position
among youth and enhancing the overall educational curricula. We seek to offer the necessary
tools and resources to make the process of learning the Arabic language more enjoyable for
children, improve their academic abilities, and expand their opportunities. We strongly believe
that investing in education and knowledge is a contribution made for a better future, and
these Smart Reading Library bags come as part of it to attain wider goals.”
Shamsa Al Blooshi, Head of the “Bil Arabi” Initiative, said: “The initiative to distribute Smart
Reading Library bags aligns with our steadfast commitment to offer educational and
