Big Challenge 3

Promoting National Identity and Social Innovation

Sandooq Al Watan currently provides funding and support for 7 initiatives aimed at the need to create a sustainable civic engagement eco-system that enables Emiratis to contribute to social innovation and solidify their national identity. The UAE has a unique demographic structure and population dynamics that present challenges for the promotion of national identity and community development.’ Therefore, we provide funding and support for initiatives that contribute to the preservation and promotion of national identity and social innovation.

Initiatives

K-12 National Identity Activities

SW National Identity Fellows

Community Development Project Grants-Volunteers

National Day

Commissioned Art Works

Preserving National Identity Awards

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Latest Initiatives

Jusoor
Provide soft skills training, a 6 to 8 week private sector internship, an Emirati pri- vate sector mentor, and job search support to 200 participants in 2022 rising to 500 by 2024. The top performers are offered international internships.
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UAE Coder
Encourage gifted and talented young Emiratis to pursue STEM careers by introducing them to the fun of technology and programming.
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Emirati Innovator
An expert VC is contracted to identify two investment opportunities per year.
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