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 educational and training programmes to promote authentic Emirati heritage and values. This MoU aligns with the commitment of both parties to preserve and instil national identity in the community and contribute to spreading concepts supporting national loyalty and citizenship values.

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 d
eveloping 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.

Dherar Belhoul Al Falasi, Executive Director of Watani Al Emarat Foundation, said, “This collaboration aligns seamlessly with our shared vision and concerted efforts to pr
eserve our national identity, improve awareness of Emirati heritage and culture and foster values of belonging and positive citizenship within our society. This partnership serves as a comprehensive framework for our joint initiatives, encompassing the organisation of events, activities, research programmes and training to raise awareness of Emirati culture’s authentic aspects.”

Source: Emirates News Agency