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Daily Tribune
05-08-2025
- Daily Tribune
Emirates Foundation Opens Registration for ‘Misrah' Youth Heritage Trek
Young people in the UAE now have a chance to embark on a once-in-a-lifetime adventure that blends culture, fitness, and national pride. Emirates Foundation has opened registration for Misrah, a heritage initiative led by Active Abu Dhabi in partnership with the Abu Dhabi Heritage Authority, aimed at connecting youth with authentic Emirati traditions. Set to officially launch on 21 August 2025, Misrah invites UAE citizens and residents aged 18 to 25 to apply for a challenging 1,000km desert trek across the country. The journey, which uses traditional methods of travel like camel riding, is designed to test participants physically and mentally while immersing them in the nation's heritage. Two-Phase Cultural Experience The program will begin with a training phase in Abu Dhabi, where 500 shortlisted participants will learn camel riding, traditional crafts, and Emirati folk arts under the guidance of experts. Training sessions will be held four days a week from 4pm to 8pm until 19 October, with 60 participants per day. After this phase, 100 participants will be selected for the second stage – the 1,000km trek through the UAE desert. A Journey Through Emirati Heritage The training will give participants hands-on experience with camels, from learning about their anatomy and caring for them to preparing saddles and using traditional tools such as woven mats, water pouches, and saddlebags. They will also explore folk arts and hospitality traditions, including Al Ayala and Al Taghrooda performances, campfire storytelling, and Emirati coffee preparation. Participants will rotate through three learning stations – The Coffee House, Folk Arts Workshops, and Camel Pastures – ensuring a complete cultural immersion that blends theory with practice. Empowering the Next Generation Mansour Al Dhaheri, Chairman of Active Abu Dhabi, said: 'Misrah is more than a physical challenge – it is a journey of self-discovery, cultural pride, and character building. We encourage young citizens and residents to join this unique experience and deepen their appreciation of Emirati heritage.' The initiative is supported by multiple government and private entities, including Abu Dhabi Sports Council, Department of Culture and Tourism, Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi, Ministry of Defense, Mubadala Investment Company, and other partners. Applications are now open, and the Emirates Foundation encourages all eligible youth to take part in this exceptional journey to celebrate the UAE's culture, traditions, and national identity.
Al Etihad
25-05-2025
- Business
- Al Etihad
Active Abu Dhabi, an initiative by Emirates Foundation, organises workshop launching Misrah initiative to nurture Emirati values in youth
25 May 2025 15:21 ABU DHABI (ALETIHAD)Active Abu Dhabi an initiative by Emirates Foundation launched the national programme, Misrah, during an introductory workshop hosted at its headquarters in Al Qana, Abu Dhabi. The workshop brought together representatives from government entities, community organisations, key media and logistics partners, as part of a comprehensive national effort to support community initiatives throughout 2025, in line with the aspirations of the UAE Year of introductory workshop, was attended by by 50 participants including representatives from government entities, community organisations, and key media and logistics included the Abu Dhabi Sports Council, Abu Dhabi Heritage Authority, Department of Education and Knowledge – Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi Media Office, Department of Community Development, Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi, Department of Health – Abu Dhabi, Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi, Ministry of Defense, Nafis Programme, Abu Dhabi News Network, National Search and Rescue Center, PureHealth, Abu Dhabi Media, National Library and Archives, Federal Geographic Information Center, National Media Office, Office of the Ruler's Representative, and Abu Dhabi Police, alongside several academic institutions and private sector collaborators. The workshop explored opportunities for cooperation and integration between government and private sector entities, emphasising the vital roles of media, logistics, and culture in supporting the is a pivotal national initiative that brings to life the values of the UAE's founding fathers through an immersive journey that weaves together culture, identity, and physical activity. It aims to instill authentic Emirati values in young Emirates Foundation's commitment to fostering a sense of belonging and social responsibility, Misrah offers transformative experiences that reconnect youth with the UAE's cultural roots and deepen their understanding of the UAE's natural and human environment, by reviving traditions in a modern, meaningful of Emirates Foundation, His Excellency Ahmed Talib Al Shamsi, said, "Misrah embodies the vision we hold at Emirates Foundation, where we believe that true empowerment begins with a sense of belonging, and that community partnerships are the primary drivers of positive change. We are proud of everyone who has contributed to transforming this vision into a national experience that resonates with pride and commitment."Chairman of Active Abu Dhabi, Mansour Al Dhaheri, said, 'Misrah is more than just an initiative; it is a message to every young man and woman that our past serves as a source of inspiration for our future. Health is not only physical but also resides in the soul, connected to a strong identity and authentic community awareness. This initiative truly embodies the essence of Active Abu Dhabi and brings its vision to life."Misrah is aligned with the national vision of fostering a stronger, more united, and socially cohesive community. Misrah combines physical activities, such as walking and camel riding, with heritage experiences that echo the desert lifestyle of past generations, enhancing young people's appreciation of their cultural heritage and inspiring a profound sense of national pride and will journey up to 1,000 kilometers, during 30 days, across the UAE's diverse landscapes, undertaking daily walks that emulate ancient travel. Along the way, they will cultivate patience, discipline, and a spirit of part of the Year of Community, Misrah serves as a dynamic platform for turning the year's objectives into concrete, impactful aims to empower youth to become ambassadors of national identity and custodians in passing down knowledge and values to future generations through a rich experience that engages their physical, psychological, and cultural than just a physical journey, Misrah is a journey of awareness, belonging, and cultural discovery. It reflects young people's capacity to connect with the past and carry its lessons forward. The initiative also invites wider community involvement through cultural events, storytelling, and media engagement.
