Abu Dhabi:Aldar has announced a significant three-year partnership with the Sheikh Mohammed bin Khalid Al Nahyan Cultural Center aimed at integrating cultural learning, knowledge exchange, and community involvement throughout its workforce, families, schools, and communities.
According to Wam, the agreement was formalized at the Sheikh Mohammed bin Khalid Al Nahyan Palace in Al Bateen, Abu Dhabi, with Sheikha Shamma bint Mohammed bin Khalid Al Nahyan, Chairperson of the Cultural and Educational Institutions, and Bayan Al Hosani, Aldar's Chief People and Communications Officer, present. Mariam Hamad Al Shamsi, Secretary-General of the Cultural and Educational Institutions, and Salwa Al Maflahi, Executive Director of Sustainability and Community Outreach at Aldar, signed the agreement.
The partnership aims to create a platform fostering culture, knowledge, human empowerment, and social responsibility through various initiatives. Sheikha Shamma emphasized that the collaboration is about unlocking potential, providing opportunities for personal and professional growth, and making a positive impact on people's lives.
Bayan Al Hosani highlighted that this partnership reflects Aldar's commitment to cultural and national identity, aligning with the UAE's Year of Family and Centennial 2071 ambitions. A notable initiative will be the creation of a Reading and Cultural Dialogue Council for Aldar employees to promote reading and cultural dialogue.
The collaboration will also focus on professional and personal development through the Roya Academy, alongside family education programs. It aims to support employee welfare and engage Aldar employees in cultural and social initiatives.
Furthermore, the partnership will extend to educational institutions through the Mohammed bin Khalid Al Nahyan Association for Future Generations, encouraging young people to participate in community and cultural programs. Aldar Estates will link these initiatives to third-party communities and clients, promoting local entrepreneurship and sustainability efforts such as water conservation and energy efficiency.