Cooperation between the “Knowledge Fund” and Dubai Duty Free to support the “Dubai Schools” project

The Dubai Knowledge Fund Foundation signed a memorandum of understanding with Dubai Duty Free to support the “Dubai Schools” project worth 1.95 million dirhams, within the framework of strengthening the partnership between the government and private sectors, and consolidating the concept of social responsibility in supporting the education process, in line with “Education Strategy 33” aimed at developing a modern educational system that enhances the quality of education in the emirate and empowers future generations.

The memorandum of understanding was signed at the headquarters of Dubai Duty Free, in the presence of the Executive Director of the Dubai Knowledge Fund Foundation, Abdullah Mohammed Al Awar, the General Manager of Dubai Duty Free, Ramesh Sidambi, and a number of officials from both sides.

This initiative aims to support the male and female students of Dubai schools, and to enhance the process of continuous development of its educational and pedagogical system, by contributing to the development of the educational staff, school facilities and infrastructure, and expanding the scope of benefit from its academic services, while the memorandum of understanding reflects Dubai Duty Free’s commitment to supporting the education sector as one of the basic pillars of sustainable development, and its keenness to empower students and provide an integrated educational environment that keeps pace with the highest international standards.

In this context, Abdullah Mohammed Al Awar praised the Dubai Duty Free initiative in supporting the education sector in the emirate, which reflects the constructive integration between the government and private sectors. This step is considered a pioneering model of social responsibility that contributes to achieving the emirate’s ambitious goals towards developing a comprehensive and innovative educational system. He explained that supporting leading national institutions such as Dubai Duty Free enhances the ability to develop “Dubai Schools” and improve its educational environment for the benefit of students and society as a whole.

For his part, Executive Director of Operations for Dubai Duty Free, Ramesh Sidambi, said: “We are proud of our partnership with the Knowledge Fund Foundation in supporting education in Dubai. Through this initiative, we seek to contribute to empowering students and supporting the ongoing development of the Dubai Schools Project facilities and educational programs. We believe that investing in education is the real investment in the future, and we look forward to building a long-term partnership that contributes to achieving a sustainable societal impact.”

The memorandum comes within the framework of the efforts of the Knowledge Fund Foundation, which aims to promote comprehensive, high-quality education in the Emirate of Dubai, and to ensure that deserving students benefit from an advanced educational environment that takes into account authentic Emirati values ​​and keeps pace with international best practices.

The “Dubai Schools” project is one of the most prominent educational initiatives launched by the Foundation, as it combines modern curricula and national values, to provide a pioneering educational experience that contributes to preparing generations capable of creativity and leadership.

The project is witnessing continuous development, one of its most important features is the expansion of the Nad Al Sheba branch, which is scheduled to be completed by 2026, and includes integrated educational and sports facilities, which contribute to achieving Dubai’s future vision for developing education.

Dubai Duty Free’s contribution reflects its firm commitment to social responsibility and its belief that education is an essential foundation for building a prosperous and sustainable society.

Through this partnership, the market confirms its support for national initiatives aimed at empowering students and enhancing the educational environment in the country, in line with Dubai’s march towards building a knowledge economy based on creativity and excellence.