You are invited to create innovative solutions that address one of the following four themes to benefit young children (0-8 years) and families in Abu Dhabi. You may address the challenges using any solution you have in mind with a preference to those that leverage AI.
How might we develop engaging solutions that enable children to explore and celebrate UAE culture, fostering a strong sense of community and belonging?
With globalization diluting traditional Emirati culture, children need help balancing their heritage with modern influences. We seek innovative approaches, such as interactive storytelling, virtual festivals, and digital art, to make cultural education engaging and meaningful. These solutions should help children share their cultural experiences, celebrate diversity, and showcase Emirati identity globally.
How might we transform the out-of-school landscape with innovative, engaging activities that foster children’s development?
We seek ideas to transform museums, libraries, community centers, activity clubs and transportation hubs into dynamic play and learning areas with interactive exhibits, play-based learning zones and staff training programs that spark curiosity and creativity.
We invite solutions by offering workshops, family activities, and digital resources to empower parents and community leaders as active partners in children’s education. These innovations should ensure child safety, promote a supportive society and create stimulating environments outside school hours to enhance children’s development and nurture their interests.
The Abu Dhabi Early Childhood Authority (ECA) is a government entity, based in Abu Dhabi, that supports holistic early childhood development. We do this by developing policies and laws, informing decision-making through research and transforming behavior.
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