Participants ‘happy’ to learn Emirati customs at Adek winter programme

abu dhabi — Over 1,160 students took part in three projects during the Winter Activities Programme, organised by the Abu Dhabi Department of Education and Knowledge (Adek) in cooperation with the Ministry of Education (MoE).

Held under the theme ‘The UAE Spirit Camp’, diverse events ran from December 16 to January 10. The three projects — the Sir Bani Yas Challenge; the Future Leaders Journey; and Heritage, Culture and Science at Community Schools — aimed at raising a creative generation while optimising a student’s time during the school holiday.

One of the students who participated in the Future Leaders Journey programme, said: “I learned the true meaning of leadership and the characteristics of a successful leader. The programme also contributed to developing my personality to become a reliable person in senior leadership positions.”

Another student said: “I would like to thank Adek for giving me the chance to learn more about our old Emirati customs and traditions, and the history of our nation which dates thousands of years back.”

Dr Yousif Al Sheryani, Adek’s undersecretary, said: “We are delighted with the success of the Winter Activities Programme. Its results were outstanding as demonstrated through the active participation and great interaction from participating students. The programme aims to instil national pride and loyalty in students and enhance their understanding and appreciation of Emirati culture.”—