startAD invites UAE’s young innovators to join 4th edition of flagship entrepreneurship programme
ABU DHABI, 1st April, 2021 (WAM) — startAD, the Abu Dhabi-based startup accelerator powered by Tamkeen and anchored at NYU Abu Dhabi, announced that applications are now open for the NextGen Incubator Cohort 4. Taking place from June to July 2021, the virtual programme has been developed in partnership with Etihad Airways, Sandooq Al Watan, […]
Central Bank of the UAE, Aurora50 partner to enhance female representation
ABU DHABI, 13th March, 2021 (WAM) — The Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Aurora50, a social enterprise focusing on achieving gender-balanced boardrooms in the UAE. The partnership will advance female representation on public and private sector boards consistent with international best practice through knowledge exchange and […]
Sandooq Al Watan partners with Pathway20 to Empower Emirati Women
DUBAI, 24th February, 2021 (WAM) — Sandooq Al Watan, the national initiative launched by prominent Emirati businessmen to support research projects for the post-oil era, is joining forces with local social enterprise Aurora50 to connect senior Emirati executive women with boards. Through Sandooq al Watan’s Talent programme a prominent platform providing Emirati nationals aged 30 […]
ADNOC launches initiative to educate kids on biodiversity, the environment
ABU DHABI, 4th February, 2021 (WAM) — The Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) on Thursday announced an initiative to educate children on the importance of mangrove forests in promoting biodiversity and protecting the environment as it reinforces its long-standing commitment to environmental stewardship and sustainability. The initiative, called ‘Mighty Mangroves’, is sponsored by ADNOC […]
KU signs co-funded research agreement with Aldar Properties, Sandooq Al Watan
Khalifa University of Science and Technology (KU) has announced the signing of a research agreement, which will be co-funded by Aldar properties and Sandooq Al Watan, to develop economical, reusable and disposable contact lenses for those suffering from colour blindness. The project team will include researchers from Khalifa University who are currently working in collaboration […]
KU signs co-funded research agreement with Aldar Properties, Sandooq Al Watan
ABU DHABI, 17th January, 2021 (WAM) — Khalifa University of Science and Technology (KU) has announced the signing of a research agreement, which will be co-funded by Aldar properties and Sandooq Al Watan, to develop economical, reusable and disposable contact lenses for those suffering from colour blindness. The project team will include researchers from Khalifa […]
Al Bayt Mitwahid Association, Sandooq Al Watan launch 4th edition of Jusoor Programme
ABU DHABI, 13th January, 2021 (WAM) — Al Bayt Mitwahid Association, and Sandooq Al Watan, have announced the launch of the Jusoor Programme in its fourth edition, which will cultivate talented Emirati youth and provide them with the skillsets required to start a career in the private sector. Jusoor ensures that the participants are equipped […]
Sandooq Al Watan launches new round of ‘UAE Coder initiative’
ABU DHABI, 13th December, 2020 (WAM) — Sandooq Al Watan announced the launch of a new round of the ”UAE Coder Initiative”, supported by Aldar Properties and in partnership with the Ministry of Education. The initiative will witness the participation of 200 outstanding students from Dubai, Sharjah and Umm Al Qaiwain who completed the elementary […]
Sandooq Al Watan approves three-year strategy to create tech talent leaders’ pool
ABU DHABI, 12th December, 2020 (WAM) — Sandooq Al Watan, a social initiative launched by a group of Emirati businessmen to achieve sustainable development, a decent life, and a bright future for all the people of the nation, approved its strategy for the next three years to deliver on its mission of empowering the citizens […]
UAE to observe Commemoration Day
ABU DHABI, 29th November, 2020 (WAM) — The UAE will observe 30th November as Commemoration Day (Martyr’s Day), which will involve both official and public commemorations of the sacrifices of the country’s martyrs. The Day is marked annually to recognise the sacrifices and dedication of Emirati martyrs who have given their life in the UAE and abroad […]
