Her Excellency Sarah Al Amiri, Minister of Education, affirmed that the UAE’s celebration of Emirati Children’s Day on March 15 reflects the leadership’s unwavering commitment to empowering its young generations as the foundation of the nation’s future. She noted that the day represents an opportunity to renew the country’s dedication to preparing Emirati children to achieve the UAE’s aspirations.
Her Excellency stated that celebrating Emirati Children’s Day under the theme “The Right to Digital Knowledge” reflects the UAE’s commitment to empowering children with access to knowledge, strengthening their learning, innovation, and role in shaping the nation’s future.
Her Excellency Al Amiri added that the Ministry of Education prioritises building students’ digital skills from an early age by integrating modern technologies, AI, and programming into the curriculum, while providing an advanced digital learning environment aligned with global developments and the needs of the knowledge economy.
On this occasion, Her Excellency Sarah Al Amiri expressed appreciation to Her Highness Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak, Chairwoman of the General Women’s Union (GWU), President of the Supreme Council for Motherhood and Childhood and Supreme Chairwoman of the Family Development Foundation (FDF), Mother of the Nation, for her continuous support and pioneering initiatives in childhood care, which have played a major role in empowering Emirati children and ensuring their comprehensive development.
His Excellency Eng. Mohammed Al Qasim, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Education, affirmed that the theme “The Right to Digital Knowledge” reflects the UAE’s commitment to preparing future generations with the skills needed to engage with modern technologies responsibly. He noted that digital literacy is essential for building knowledge-based societies driven by innovation and global competitiveness.
He added that the Ministry of Education is strengthening this right by developing digital curricula, expanding programming and AI education, and providing a modern learning environment that enables students to access digital knowledge and contribute to a future-ready, creative generation.