The National Archives receives the 7th National Defense College course participants on an academic visit

The National Archives received the 7th National Defense College NDC course participants at its headquarters. HE Dr Abdullah Mohammed Alraisi, Director General of the National Archives, welcomed them and stressed the significance of their visit to the National Archives to get acquainted with important aspects of the UAE history through historical documents which the National Archives undertakes to preserve. HE also emphasized the need to learn about aspects of the Founding Leader Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan’s strategic thinking in the establishment of the Union.

The program of the visit to the National Archives included a lecture entitled “The Historical Origin of the United Arab Emirates Establishment” which depicted the most important historical eras and stages which the UAE has undergone. The lecture stressed the strong need for taking keen interest in the past and the deep-rooted history of the UAE which presents learnt lessons that significantly guide their way when setting out to the future, as the late Sheikh Zayed strongly called for that end to which his words bear fine testament: “He who does not know his past cannot make the best of his present and future, for it is from the past that we learn”.

The lecture, delivered by Mr. Abdul Latif Al Sayyadi, Expert and Lecturer at the National Archives, depicted significant stages and milestones in the history of the UAE, and emphasized that the UAE was not simply a new state, but is rather a great land of ancient civilizations. His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai’s statement firmly supports that: “We are not an emergent nation in history, we are ancient people who made glories in the past and who will build a glorious future as well”. We are a people whose historical roots extend thousands of years in this good land.

The 7th NDC course participants concluded their visit with a tour of the National Archives, which included Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Virtual Reality Hall, where they watched a high-tech 3D film on the UAE history and present and its future prospects. They were greatly impressed by Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Hall, and expressed their admiration for the showcased samples of old manuscripts, maps and photographs that document the various stages of the establishment of the UAE.

The National Archives organizes a training course to hone skills in writing reports and correspondence and improve performance

The National Archives organized a training course for its employees in writing administrative letters, reports and minutes of meetings, with the aim of raising the scientific level of the employees, and refining their skills to improve their performance in editing correspondence and writing administrative reports, minutes and notes.

This training course, in which a large number of employees participate, comes within the framework of the National Archives’ strategy to qualify human resources and provide them with the necessary skills to work according to their specialties.

In organizing this three-day course, the National Archives stems from its keenness to develop the participants’ professional writing skills as the basis for correct, accurate and clear documentation, in order to give them more accuracy, comprehensiveness, and the ability to analyze logically, which supports the reports and correspondence they prepare, in order for them to be completed. In a clear manner that is appropriate for presenting it to stakeholders, officials and decision makers.

The course, presented by Mrs. Fadia Jamil, a consultant in the field of institutional excellence and strategic planning, who was delegated from the Boost Company, focused on the theoretical and practical aspects that enable the participants to prepare and write administrative reports, and on the points that must be taken into account in writing letters and notes, and the points that must be taken into account before and after meetings, and the formal rules. And implicit reports, letters, and various administrative correspondences, and the methods of formulating and presenting them to serve the objectives of the National Archives.

The course, which focused on writing letters, administrative reports, and minutes of meetings, touched on the most popular methods of communication, how to choose a means of communication, requirements for successful communication, and the importance of communication skills. It also dealt with gathering and analyzing information in reports, writing internal notes, e-mail etiquette, and the administrative system and operations

The National Archives a high turnout of visitors to its platform in the

Hunting and Equestrian Exhibition

The National Archives platform at the Hunting and Equestrian Exhibition witnessed a distinctive turnout from the audience of the exhibition, which showcased a large number of historical photographs documenting aspects of the activities of the Founding Leader, Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nahyan and his interest in hunting and equestrian. In conjunction with the Year of Tolerance, the National Archives platform displayed a documentary film on a large screen about some of the stances of Sheikh Zayed who had laid the foundations of the culture of tolerance in the UAE, which has become an oasis of tolerance and moderation and a model that upholds the values of tolerance and peaceful coexistence.

This year, the National Archives stand introduced the stories that were created by students who participated in the national initiative of Zayed, 100 Stories, which was launched by the National Archives in collaboration with the Ministry of Education. The stories present the efforts, achievements and values of the Founder and Builder Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nahyan, and they explore new chapters of the UAE history. The National Archives focused on displaying the stories that deal with the Founding Leader’s interest in equestrian, to which he used to encourage citizens, and his practice of falconry as one of the most important sports that is traditionally passed down from generation to generation. It is worth mentioning that one of the most distinguished stories introduced at the platform is perhaps A Knight’s Story.

The National Archives platform also presented to the visitors of the exhibition aspects of the UAE history and heritage as well as documented and accurate information, acquainted them with its national activities and events and allowed them the opportunity to view some of its preserved photo and documentary archives.

The National Archives participated in the 17th edition of the Hunting and Equestrian Exhibition as it is a beacon to hunting and equestrian fans as well as heritage enthusiasts from various age groups in the community. The National Archives is keen on enriching the memory of the younger generations and raising their awareness of the deep-rooted Emirati traditions and customs including the heritage sports that are based on the noble values and good manners.

In conjunction with the launch of the first Emirati astronaut

The National Archives opens to students a page of the UAE’s aspirations, which embrace the sky and look forward to leadership.

The National Archives organized lectures for students in Abu Dhabi schools entitled (Zayed’s ambition), in which specialists deal with the UAE’s dream, which is achieved by reaching space. The lectures reviewed the ambition of the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, God willing. As his reception of astronauts in the seventies of the last century was not just a reception, but rather a planning for the future, and today, thanks to the wise leadership, Zayed’s dream is fulfilled. Looking forward to a future in which the United Arab Emirates takes the lead.

The National Archives’ lectures urged students and youth to follow the astronaut Hazzaa Al Mansouri’s journey into space, to encourage them to engage in space fields in line with the National Space Strategy 2030, which aims to support the realization of the UAE’s vision in the field of space science and technology.

The National Archives’ lectures focused on “Zayed’s Ambition” on encouraging students to achieve educational attainment that keeps pace with the visions of the wise leadership that elevates the human being and leads the country towards further development, progress and prosperity. Hazza Al-Mansoori is only the first link in a series of interest in space science and technology.

The lectures gave a broad explanation to the students about what the National Archives possesses, among its documents, of photos related to Sheikh Zayed’s ambition to reach space, foremost of which is his reception – may God rest his soul in peace – of foreign astronauts, and at that time Sheikh Zayed’s ambition to reach space began, and the UAE lives in this The stage is a pivotal historical station in its journey towards more achievements, as the Emirati astronaut Hazza Al Mansouri’s journey into space embodies a great dream that comes true after decades of work, determination and efforts, and the long months spent by the Emirati astronaut in preparation for this journey, which comes as part of the march of progress and prosperity and the UAE’s aspirations towards Fore.

The interest of the National Archives is evident in the UAE’s aspirations towards space and its tireless work to write a new page in its journey of development and prosperity through the Emirates Library’s acquisition of many books closely related to space science, including: The Hope Probe and the Emirates Mars Exploration Project, the Arab World and Space Research, the most famous Arab Journeys: From Legend to Legend Space, a trip to Mars, the race for space, the Arab world and space research… and others.

The National Archives participates in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s celebrations of the 89th National Day

The National Archives of the United Arab Emirates participated in the Embassy of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia in its celebrations of the 89th National Day. On this occasion, it organized an exhibition of historical documents and photographs that confirm the strength of fraternal and historical relations between the UAE and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.   Strengthening strategic and fraternal relations that are witnessing qualitative development in various fields and at all levels.

The celebration was attended by His Excellency Dr. Abdullah Muhammad Al-Raisi, Director General of the National Archives, and he extended his warmest congratulations to His Excellency Turki Al-Dakhil, Ambassador of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to the country. He praised the Kingdom’s renaissance and civilizational achievements in various fields, and wished the Kingdom’s leadership and people more goodness and prosperity.

The photos of the National Archives exhibition documented a large number of meetings between the leaderships of the two brotherly countries. His Excellency the Saudi Ambassador inspected the exhibition, and appreciated His Excellency   Turki Al-Dakhil highly praised the role of the National Archives in documenting the strong historical relations between the UAE and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, and its perseverance in participating in the celebrations organized by the Saudi Embassy on its national occasions. Of the relations between the two countries, which stem from common social and political foundations.

His Excellency stressed that the political consensus between the UAE and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has crystallized in many common positions, pointing out that the distinguished relations between the two brotherly countries, which were documented in the photographs of the National Archives exhibition, are an advanced model of the strength of the right relationship between brothers, and they deservedly constitute the title of the stage. The new developments in the Arab world that are based, in fact, on deep historical and cultural roots, and develop to serve the two brotherly peoples, and promote consensus of visions, harmony, harmony and unification of positions towards issues of common concern.

The National Archives and the Sorbonne University celebrate the commencement of academic studies in the Bachelor of (Document Management and Archives Science)

The National Archives announced the launch of a Bachelor’s Program (Document Management and Archives Sciences) in cooperation with the Sorbonne University – Abu Dhabi. A large number of students enrolled in the first semester are expected to finish their studies after three years. The program aims to graduate a batch of qualified and specialized academic competencies. In the field of documentation and archiving science, and the program keeps pace with the requirements of the times and the labor market in light of the general awareness of the importance of archives in all official agencies and state institutions; To ensure the preservation of the history of the state and the knowledge of the past of the fathers and grandfathers, and the extent of the development it witnessed during the era of Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan – may God rest his soul in peace – and as provided by the wise leadership that follows the path of the founding leader.

The Bachelor’s program (Management of Documents and Archives Sciences) comes as a result of the intensive scientific studies conducted by the National Archives to diagnose the current and future requirements of the official archives in the country, which confirmed the need for more than four thousand specialized archivists. The document of the state and its management in the best ways and latest practices.

UAE national students enjoy the honor of His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces, who sponsored the tuition fees. The National Archives considers this honor as one of the real proofs of the great support that the National Archives receives, and the convergence of generations. Young woman of wise leadership.

The Bachelor of (Document Management and Archives Science) receives students with a general secondary certificate, who are fluent in both English and Arabic, based on the tests approved in the country. Enriching students with in-depth knowledge of document and archive management, applying this knowledge, and comprehensively training young cadres in several sectors.

This program provides participants with a comprehensive understanding of theories and methodologies for controlling the classification of documents in their various life cycles, and provides scientific knowledge and skills to evaluate, classify, describe, manage and preserve original documents in all forms and types of traditional and electronic media to meet the needs of public and private national institutions, and introduces students to historical, administrative and legal standards related to the production of documents. Documents and archives across the UAE, and methods of analyzing current problems and issues in document preservation and archive management using appropriate electronic technologies.

Students enrolled in the program acquire technical, technical and professional skills that are applicable in various fields, and develop their skills in the field of critical thinking and decision-making related to all types of documents in order to manage and preserve them to form a trustworthy archive for the benefit of government and private departments and members of the public.

The program – in which the study is in the English language – includes a solid foundation of courses in the science of archiving and documentation represented by a study plan for undergraduate students in the three years, and it consists of: basic archival lessons, basic academic lessons, applied work, and choices between communication skills in Arabic and English. In the field of document and archive management, information technology, languages, and others.

Accordingly, students who pass the three-year exams are awarded postgraduate degrees from the Sorbonne University in Paris.

This academic program is the result of the Memorandum of Understanding signed by the National Archives with Sorbonne University – Abu Dhabi, with the aim of building a meaningful and fruitful partnership between the two parties that includes academic and professional development, training and qualification in the management of records and documents.

It is noteworthy that the National Archives has launched a program (Management of Documents and Archives Sciences) with the Sorbonne University, which is a multicultural environment that promotes a culture of tolerance, given its position as a leading educational institution in the world due to the importance it attaches to teaching, and because it is based on accuracy and the development of critical thinking and discussion and dialogue skills, which are considered Necessary skills for future pioneers and leaders.

It is noteworthy that the National Archives, in cooperation with the Sorbonne University, celebrated the graduation of the first batch of participants in the Professional Certificate in Documents and Archives Management, last April, and the second batch of participants will be enrolled on Sunday, September 15, in the Professional Certificate Program in Documents and Archives Management at the Sorbonne University – Abu Dhabi.

The National Archives discusses strengthening the communication and media response mechanism with the National Emergency, Crisis and Disaster Management Authority

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The National Archives discussed with a delegation from the National Authority for Emergency, Crisis and Disaster Management ways to develop the communication and media response mechanism during emergencies, the mechanism for selecting and preparing the official spokesperson, and reviewing the national early warning system. The meeting held at the National Archives headquarters dealt with the requirements of the media strategic plan according to the standards it set The authority also focused on the importance of identifying the official spokesperson to be the reliable source of real information in light of the rapid spread of news, as well as limiting the leakage of false and unreal information, and therefore he is the person who is familiar with the correct information and is able to clarify the picture for the people and stakeholders; Therefore, he must have full knowledge and ability to describe the event, and he is responsible and aware of the role he plays and the tasks assigned to him, in addition to discussing the mechanism of action of the national early warning system in order to ensure effective coordination in the warning and dissemination process, and to ensure the effectiveness of response and interaction with the public.

The meeting dealt with joint efforts within the emergency and crisis management system, response plans, implementation and conduct of exercises, carrying out the process of risk assessment, highlighting lessons learned, improvement opportunities to meet challenges, developing appropriate solutions to obstacles and mitigating their effects, and the business continuity management system.

And based on the keenness of our wise leadership to strengthen the state’s ability to face emergencies, crises and disasters in a way that guarantees the safety of lives and the preservation of gains and property; Mrs. Maitha Al-Ahbabi, Head of the Risk Management Unit, confirmed that the National Archives pays great attention to developing response capabilities, continuing its activities and providing its vital services during emergency situations. Ms. Samar Al-Mashjari, Head of the Strategic Planning Office, stressed the need to coordinate with the Authority to meet all the requirements of the enablers and results of the fourth generation system. To achieve pioneering results in standard governance and design and implementation of risk management plans.

It is worth noting that the Emergency Authority was represented by: Mr. Salman Ali Al Salman, Ms. Jumana Al-Ghanim, Mr. Rashid Al-Zaabi, and Mr. Fahad Al-Mutawa.

At the end of the meeting, the delegation of the National Emergency, Crisis and Disaster Management Authority toured the National Archives, where they got acquainted with the training halls in the National Archives, and stopped at Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Hall, which can accommodate about 700 people, and watched a high-tech 3D documentary about the history, present, and prospects of the UAE. Its future is in the Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Hall for Virtual Reality, and they viewed samples of written documents, historical photographs and historical maps in the Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Hall.

The National Archives hosts a lecture on “Benefit Realization Management” organized by the Project Management Institute

The National Archives hosted at its headquarters in Abu Dhabi a lecture organized by the Project Management Institute – Arabian Gulf Branch, entitled: “Benefits Realization Management”.

The Sheikh Khalifa Bin Zayed Hall at the National Archives headquarters was attended by more than 100 participants from the United Arab Emirates and abroad to follow the lecture on “Benefits Achievement Management”, which took a strategic and economic turn.

Dr. Mazen Qader, Director of Volunteers at the Project Management Institute, thanked the National Archives for hosting the institute’s activities, and its interest in supporting logistical, economic and technical projects that enrich thought and ensure achievement, improve and develop work, which reflects positively on participation in the nation’s development and upgrading.

The Director of Volunteers praised the role played by the Institute, as it aspires through its partnership with the National Archives in such events to disseminate knowledge, activate practical and strategic thinking, and the interactive method followed by the lecturer, in which he relies on discussion to reach constructive and fruitful ideas.

Lecturer Ahmed Fekry, a member of the Project Management Institute, indicated that the benefits to be achieved are not limited to material benefits only, but rather go beyond the satisfaction of customers, the reputation of the institution and others, and the lecturer revealed the importance of the topic of the lecture, which was adopted by the Project Management Institute only a year ago as an economic and strategic approach It should be focused and taught in order to ensure the success of projects that depend mainly on the benefits it achieves.

The lecture touched on an old topic in its content, but new in its presentation and methodology. Since ancient times, the owners of projects have been looking to make a profit from them, but achieving profit benefits no longer depends on expectations, but has become a specialized study that cannot be bypassed. Because it contributes to determining the company’s ability to survive, and the increase in profit indicates the continued success of the company in the future.

The lecturer shed light on how to determine the benefits of the project, and ensure that the benefits are realized in order to obtain the best investment from the cost spent on it. Pointing out that after the financial crisis that hit the global markets in 2008, those in charge of the projects became more accurate, and they are interested in the economic methodology, and they are investigating the benefits that can be achieved, and they are looking into the feasibility of their projects in order to increase the profits and the desired benefits.

At the end of the lecture, Ms. Samar Omar Al-Mashjari, Director of Projects Management in the Abu Dhabi Emirate branch, honored the lecturer and all the volunteers who contributed to the success of the event.

It is noteworthy that the “Benefit Management” lecture coincided with the fiftieth anniversary of the founding of the Project Management Institute, which has more than 500,000 members worldwide.

Introduces the public to the ICA Congress 2020 in Abu Dhabi

The National Archives enriches a more capable summit in Moscow with the country’s historical dimension.

The National Archives concluded its participation in the activities of Aqdar World Summit in its third edition, which was held under the slogan “Empowering Communities Globally: Experiences and Lessons Learned”, which was held in the Russian capital – Moscow, under the generous patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy The Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces, from August 29 to September 1, 2019, coinciding with the launch of the activities of the Moscow Global Forum, which brought together a group of Emirati ministers, senior officials, academics and researchers, and the National Archives aimed, through its participation in this session, to enrich the activities of the summit with the historical dimension of the United Arab Emirates. And the global announcement of the International Council on Archives Congress 2020, which Abu Dhabi will host next year.

The participation of the National Archives was as usual in the previous two summits, in Aqdar Summit, which in its third edition has become a unique local and international event. To present to the world the historical dimension of the United Arab Emirates, as a model for an environment in which tolerance prevails, and as the National Archives believes that the march of the UAE since the establishment of its federation under the leadership of Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan – may God rest his soul – up to its development and prosperity under the wise leadership that It followed the path of the founding leader, worthy of reaching the world, to be an ideal approach in human empowerment, the stability of societies and their sustainable development.

In view of the importance of the International Archives Council 2020 Congress, which will be hosted by Abu Dhabi in November next year, with the participation of thousands of archivists from all over the world, and discussing global archival issues in the field of archiving and documentation, the National Archives will inform the participants of the Aqdar World Summit held in Moscow about the Congress The International Archives Council 2020, which will be held under the slogan (Empowering Knowledge Societies).

It is worth noting that the National Archives organized, on the sidelines of the summit, a documentary exhibition that included historical photographs that present to the Russian public aspects of the historical dimension of the United Arab Emirates. And his arrival in the country to the era of progress, and placing it in a record time in the ranks of developed countries, and in his footsteps the wise leadership followed until the UAE reached the peak of its prosperity and development, and this supports the relations between the two friendly countries in all its aspects.

The National Archives distributed a large number of its following publications to the public participating in the summit: book: (Zayed, a man who built a nation), book: (Zayed from Challenge to Union), book: (Khalifa is a Journey to the Future), and book: (Qasr Al Hosn).

It is noteworthy that the National Archives has activities and events closely related to the axes of the Aqdar Summit in its third edition, and that through its constructive initiatives and achievements, it is considered one of the most prominent distinguished landmarks of the UAE in many areas that promote the dissemination of a culture of tolerance, cooperation and love that is capable of facing contemporary challenges.

The National Archives Holds the Preliminary Meetings of the ICA Congress – Abu Dhabi 2020

The National Archives holds intensive meetings in preparation for the ICA Congress 2020, which will be hosted by Abu Dhabi from 16 to 20 November next year under the theme “Empowering Knowledge Communities”. The meeting will be attended by senior officials of the International Council on Archives “ICA”. The participants will discuss strategic topics that will enrich the ICA Congress 2020 in Abu Dhabi. The Congress will be held for the first time in the Middle East. It aims to sharing knowledge and achieving innovative topics.

The agenda of the preliminary meetings on 31 August – 1 September 2019 at the St. Regis Saadiyat Hotel, Saadiyat Island in Abu Dhabi includes a series of discussions on the formation of the necessary working committees to follow the effective coordination to fulfil all the requirements of the Congress, and lay down the agenda to help participants to reach innovative ideas and interesting topics that attract the attention of the archivists and enrich the ICA Congress 2020.

Through the ICA 2020 Congress, the National Archives aspires to promote the UAE’s mission and the culture of tolerance the UAE people believe in and consider it a way of their life, the UAE’s role in preserving the nation’s memory and its contribution to the preservation of human heritage.

It is noteworthy that the National Archives has keen interest in holding the ICA Congress 2020 in Abu Dhabi in the presence of more than 3000 archivists with the objective of strengthening the bonds of dialogue among participants from nearly 200 countries around the world, discussing the basics of protecting the documentary heritage and the current archival practices and their challenges and the critical role played by the people working in the fields of archiving and information systems in the knowledge communities of the 21st century.

The ICA Congress provides the professionals in the field of archiving and its related information areas with the prospects of researching the implications of the use of modern technologies such as artificial intelligence, examining the role of archives in maintaining sustainable development, providing evidences and ensuring future information security.

The ICA Congress pays a great attention to the documented information as it forms the core of sustainable knowledge; therefore, it will consider fortifying its access and protecting it from the impact of climate, theft, illicit trafficking, etc. The theme “Empowering Knowledge Communities” has been chosen to promote interdisciplinary thinking and explore new and emerging technologies and strategies within the scope of the International Council on Archives.

As the National Archives has always been an active member of the International Council on Archives, it contributes to the preservation of the records and archival collections as they form an essential pillar of knowledge society. The quadrennial congress meetings will be held for the first time in an Arab country and will coincide with World Expo 2020 in Dubai.

The National Archives has held several meetings with leading World archivists in order to organize the ICA Congress 2020 in the best way that suits the host country of this large archival event, and will reflect the progress it achieved in organizing international events. It will also show the keenness of the UAE’s leadership and people in taking every all measures to preserve the documentary heritage that can be relied upon in making the future.

The National Archives receives a large number of (hunting and equestrian) fans on its platform

The National Archives platform participating in the Hunting and Equestrian Exhibition received a distinguished turnout from the audience of the exhibition, due to its richness in historical photos that document aspects of the activities of the founding leader, Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan – may God rest his soul in peace – and his interests in hunting and equestrian. In conjunction with the Year of Tolerance, the National Archives platform presents A documentary film will be shown on a large screen presenting some of the positions of Sheikh Zayed, who laid the foundations for a culture of tolerance that made the UAE an oasis of tolerance and moderation, until it became an ideal model in applying the values of tolerance and peaceful coexistence.

The National Archives platform for this year was full of stories that resulted from the “Zayed 100 Stories” initiative, the national initiative for students launched by the National Archives in cooperation with the Ministry of Education. The National Archives focused on presenting stories that deal with aspects of the founding leader’s interest in and encouragement of equestrian sport, and his practice of falconry as one of the most important sports inherited by children from parents and grandparents. Perhaps one of the most prominent stories presented on the platform is the book (Story Faris).

Through its platform, the National Archives presents to the audience of the exhibition the historical dimension of the United Arab Emirates, which is a qualitative addition that enriches the contents of the exhibition and increases its diversity. The holdings of the archive of photographs and documentaries preserved in it.

The participation of the National Archives in the seventeenth edition of the Hunting and Equestrian Exhibition comes as a beacon that attracts hunting, hunting and equestrian enthusiasts, and lovers of heritage. , and its principles and foundations that are based on noble values and consolidate good qualities, and its role in promoting inherited culture and traditions.

The 6th Teachers Forum participated in “Covenant for Million Tolerant” to promote the values of tolerance

At the 6th Teachers Forum, the National Archives stresses The Significance of the Role and Status of Emirati Women, the True Symbol of Tolerance.

The National Archives, at the Sixth Teachers Forum, informed a large audience of Arab and foreign teachers about the significance of the exceptional role that Emirati women play in various international humanitarian community fields and the great support they receive from the wise leadership. Aiming at strengthening the concepts of tolerance and moderation and reinforcing national identity, the National Archives, in collaboration with Zayed House for Islamic Culture, encouraged teachers to sign the Covenant for Million Tolerant under the slogan: Participate with Us and Be Tolerant.

The National Archives organized a lecture to the participants of the 6th Teachers Forum, where it seized the opportunity of celebrating the Emirati Women’s Day to extend its warmest congratulations and best wishes to Her Highness Sheikha Fatima Bint Mubarak, the Mother of the Nation, who has been supporting women and their empowerment staunchly. It also congratulated all Emirati women for their impressive contribution and stressed that they will never cease to be a true symbol of tolerance and underscored their major role in building the nation. The lecture was delivered by Dr. Aisha Bilkhair, Research Advisor at the National Archives. She informed the participants about the UAE history, culture, heritage and deep-rooted values. Furthermore, she shed light on the Emirati women’s role in the past and the present, and their efforts in building the homeland focusing on the vital role they played in various areas in the past despite the harsh conditions, their evolution as they acquired knowledge and their cooperation with men in the developing the society and building the nation. She said that Emirati women cherish their values and originality, adhere to the identity of their homeland and declare their loyalty to the wise leadership who gives them full attention and support. Dr. Aisha Bilkhair congratulated Emirati women on their day in recognition of their giving in all areas and their continuous contributions.

Zayed House for Islamic Culture presented the initiative of the Covenant for Million Tolerant at the Sixth Teachers Forum hosted by the National Archives, and it is noteworthy that the participants signed the covenant online.

The participation in the Covenant for Million Tolerant fulfils the UAE’s vision to promote the culture of tolerance that the late Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nahyan established and our wise leadership pursued to make the UAE a model that applies the values of tolerance and peaceful coexistence where more than 200 nationalities live                                   decently and respectfully.