By Staff Reporter
Dubai Media Council and UAE University Forge Strategic Partnership to Advance Media Education and National Identity
The United Arab Emirates University (UAEU) and the Dubai Media Council (DMC) announced a strategic partnership on May 26 at the Arab Media Summit 2025, held at the Dubai World Trade Centre.
The collaboration aims to strengthen media education, support national identity, and prepare the next generation of Emirati media professionals.
This partnership will focus on developing joint training programs, knowledge-driven community projects, and specialised practical training for university students. It also includes support for media coverage of research and key national events, alongside initiatives that respond to the fast-changing media landscape in line with the UAE’s vision.
His Excellency Zaki Anwar Nusseibeh, Chancellor of UAEU, emphasized that the collaboration reinforces the university’s role as a centre of academic excellence aligned with national priorities. He highlighted the importance of hands-on training and knowledge exchange to prepare students for a modern media discourse rooted in UAE values.
Her Excellency Mona Ghanem Al Marri, Vice Chairperson and Managing Director of the Dubai Media Council, said the partnership reflects the Council’s commitment to empowering young media talent and supporting a future-ready media sector. She described the collaboration as a framework for innovation, skill development, and cultural initiatives that uphold national identity and adapt to global media changes.
Together, UAEU and DMC aim to foster a responsible media culture, enhance joint research, and solidify the UAE’s standing as a regional hub for knowledge and media.
News Source: Dubai Media Office
