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Sharjah 24
10-07-2025
- Health
- Sharjah 24
Wahida Abdulaziz: 11,000 students were educated about arthritis
She explained that the third edition of the 'Arthritis-Friendly Schools Programme' aimed to reach the widest possible segment of students, as well as administrative and teaching staff. The programme's core goal, she noted, is to raise awareness of arthritis and its prevention and to educate everyone working within schools while also aligning school initiatives with those of the association. Speaking to 'Sharjah 24,' Abdulaziz said that 30 schools participated in this edition, reaching over 11,000 students. She noted that, for the first time, schools from Dubai and Fujairah joined the initiative. The participating schools competed in innovation and health awareness, with students acting as ambassadors for the association within their schools and families. She extended her thanks to the strategic partners who contributed to the success of the programme—namely, the Ministry of Education and the Sharjah Private Education Authority.
Gulf Today
08-07-2025
- Business
- Gulf Today
Sheraa unveils 7th edition of Access Sharjah Challenge
The Sharjah Entrepreneurship Center (Sheraa) announced the opening of applications for the seventh edition of the Access Sharjah Challenge on July 7th, 2025, with this year's focus on the education sector. The challenge seeks to empower innovative solutions that leverage the transformative power of education to tackle key challenges in learning. This aligns with the UAE's National Strategy for Higher Education 2030, which aims to build an education system that nurtures knowledge, creativity, and future-ready skills. With a total prize value of Dhs500,000, the Access Sharjah Challenge is now open for applications from education-focused startups around the world that have validated prototypes and are looking to scale internationally. Applications will be accepted until August 17. The challenge is being held in collaboration with the Sharjah Private Education Authority and the Sharjah Education Academy. The prize money will be divided equally between two winners, enabling them to test and implement their solutions at Alsedra Private School, Khalifah Al Hamzah American School, Pakistan Islamia Higher Secondary School and Al Badee Nursery. The upcoming edition, organised by Sheraa in collaboration with key implementation partners, the Sharjah Private Education Authority (SPEA) and the Sharjah Education Academy (SEA), invites leading global education startups at the Pre-Series A, Series A, B, and C+ stage to submit innovative solutions addressing two priority education challenges: Future-Ready Skills Challenge, which focuses on equipping students with foundational and digital skills to keep pace with a rapidly evolving world and prepare for the jobs of tomorrow and Arabic in Early Childhood Challenge, which emphasises the importance of nurturing a sense of belonging to the Arabic language and embedding it as a core part of a child's identity from an early age. This collaborative approach ensures that all challenge statements reflect real-world needs and that submitted solutions are positioned for meaningful and scalable impact across Sharjah's education ecosystem. Sharjah leads the future of education: Commenting on the launch, Sara Abdelaziz Al Nuaimi, CEO of Sheraa, said: 'We believe that meaningful innovation is defined by its ability to create real impact and expand access to learning. The Access Sharjah Challenge 2025 offers a dynamic platform where forward-thinking ideas converge with strategic ambition, enabling the transformation of promising concepts into scalable, real-world educational solutions. Through this initiative, we aim to enrich an already vibrant learning ecosystem, offering educators and students renewed opportunities to embrace tools and technologies that nurture lifelong learning and spark intellectual curiosity.' She added: 'Sharjah today stands out for its thriving educational ecosystem, backed by advanced digital infrastructure and strong collaboration between government and private sectors. This solid foundation positions the emirate as a leader in reimagining the future of education. The Access Sharjah Challenge is an open invitation to the world's most innovative education startups to help shape an inclusive, agile, and future-ready learning model, built from within a community that champions creativity and innovation.' Ali Al Hosani, Director General of the Sharjah Private Education Authority (SPEA), emphasised the importance of the Authority's participation in the Sharjah Gateway Challenge. Through its presence, the Authority seeks to contribute to building an informed and empowered society grounded in knowledge and science. He noted that innovation is no longer an option; it has become the cornerstone of supporting sustainable development, shaping the future, and strengthening the country's competitive position on the global stage. Professor Pauline Taylor-Guy, the Chancellor of Sharjah Education Academy, expressed: 'We are proud to partner with the Sharjah Entrepreneurship Center (Sheraa) through the 'Access Sharjah' Challenge by launching our unique challenge, 'Arabic Language in Early Childhood'.
Sharjah 24
07-07-2025
- Business
- Sharjah 24
Sheraa unveils the 7th edition of Access Sharjah Challenge
With a total prize value of AED 500,000, the Access Sharjah Challenge is now open for applications from education-focused startups around the world that have validated prototypes and are looking to scale internationally. Applications will be accepted until August 17. The challenge is being held in collaboration with the Sharjah Private Education Authority and the Sharjah Education Academy. The prize money will be divided equally between two winners, enabling them to test and implement their solutions at Alsedra Private School, Khalifah Al Hamzah American School, Pakistan Islamia Higher Secondary School and Al Badee Nursery. The upcoming edition, organized by Sheraa in collaboration with key implementation partners, the Sharjah Private Education Authority (SPEA) and the Sharjah Education Academy (SEA) invites leading global education startups at the Pre-Series A, Series A, B, and C+ stage to submit innovative solutions addressing two priority education challenges: Future-Ready Skills Challenge, which focuses on equipping students with foundational and digital skills to keep pace with a rapidly evolving world and prepare for the jobs of tomorrow and Arabic in Early Childhood Challenge, which emphasizes the importance of nurturing a sense of belonging to the Arabic language and embedding it as a core part of a child's identity from an early age. This collaborative approach ensures that all challenge statements reflect real-world needs and that submitted solutions are positioned for meaningful and scalable impact across Sharjah's education ecosystem. Sharjah leads the future of education Commenting on the launch, Sara Abdelaziz Al Nuaimi, CEO of Sheraa, said: We believe that meaningful innovation is defined by its ability to create real impact and expand access to learning. The Access Sharjah Challenge 2025 offers a dynamic platform where forward-thinking ideas converge with strategic ambition, enabling the transformation of promising concepts into scalable, real-world educational solutions. Through this initiative, we aim to enrich an already vibrant learning ecosystem, offering educators and students renewed opportunities to embrace tools and technologies that nurture lifelong learning and spark intellectual curiosity.' She added: 'Sharjah today stands out for its thriving educational ecosystem, backed by advanced digital infrastructure and strong collaboration between government and private sectors. This solid foundation positions the emirate as a leader in reimagining the future of education. The Access Sharjah Challenge is an open invitation to the world's most innovative education startups to help shape an inclusive, agile, and future-ready learning model, built from within a community that champions creativity and innovation.' Ali Al Hosani, Director General of the Sharjah Private Education Authority (SPEA), emphasized the importance of the Authority's participation in the Sharjah Gateway Challenge. Through its presence, the Authority seeks to contribute to building an informed and empowered society grounded in knowledge and science. He noted that innovation is no longer an option; it has become the cornerstone of supporting sustainable development, shaping the future, and strengthening the country's competitive position on the global stage. He stressed that adopting innovative thinking mechanisms and providing a nurturing environment for talent are fundamental pillars in building a prosperous future for students. He said, "Through the educational brainstorming workshop, the Authority contributed to shaping the "Future-Ready Skills Challenge" as a key theme, driven by our belief in its role in leading a qualitative transformation in the education system." He expressed his pride in cooperating with Sheraa and the Sharjah Education Academy to launch this challenge, which represents an effective model for the integration of roles between educational institutions in the emirate. Professor Pauline Taylor-Guy, the Chancellor of Sharjah Education Academy, expressed: "We are proud to partner with the Sharjah Entrepreneurship Center (Sheraa) through the 'Access Sharjah' Challenge by launching our unique challenge, 'Arabic Language in Early Childhood'. This collaboration demonstrates our collective dedication to fostering educational innovation and entrepreneurial solutions that restore the Arabic language as a vital component of children's lives, serving as a means of identity, culture, and belonging, rather than just a communication tool." She added: "At Sharjah Education Academy, we strive to reimagine the presence of the Arabic language in our children's lives by integrating it in fun and engaging ways into everyday learning activities. We are committed to empowering teachers, involving families, and designing stimulating learning environments that make Arabic a vibrant, meaningful experience rooted in belonging from the earliest years of a child's life. We hope this challenge inspires innovative ideas that strengthen Arabic language learning and deepen generational connections to it." Eligibility and program criteria ASC 2025 is open to global startups with a previous track record in working with corporate or government collaborations. Applicants must offer impact-driven, adaptable, and market-ready educational solutions aligned to the program's challenge statements. Startups should also demonstrate strong leadership, market traction with existing users, and a willingness to establish a local presence in Sharjah to scale their solutions regionally. From over 2,000 applications, 10 startups will be shortlisted through a rigorous two-stage selection process. The first, Criteria-Based Filtering, will assess alignment with challenge themes, market readiness, and scalability. The second, Interview-Based shortlisting, will evaluate the startup's fit for Sharjah's context, pilot readiness, and long-term potential. AED 500,000 prize and pathway to scale Following the selection of the top 10 startups, a dedicated 'Champions Training' program on August 20 will prepare implementation leads from partner organizations to effectively guide the Proof of Concept (PoC) phase. These champions will be trained in best practices for startup mentorship, PoC management, and adaptive troubleshooting, ensuring a smooth and impactful collaboration throughout the program. Participants will then undergo a tailored 'Startup Readiness Sprint' on August 27–28, designed to ensure alignment with the challenge. The program will focus on technical fit, pitch refinement, and collaboration readiness, equipping startups with a deep understanding of the challenge statements, partner expectations, and local market dynamics. The Startup Readiness Sprint concludes with a pitch to a judging panel comprising of the implementation partners, industry experts and key stakeholders; two winning startups will receive an equity-free grant of AED 250,000 each to pilot their solutions across schools and early childhood development centers in Sharjah. The pilot phase, starting on 22nd September 2025, will provide real-world testing environments, continuous support, and potential for long-term partnerships and scale. The program culminates in a showcase of pilot results at Sharjah International Summit on Improvement in Education on 14 – 15 February 2016, where winners will be announced.
Sharjah 24
03-07-2025
- Sport
- Sharjah 24
Sharjah's Summer Scout Camp: Nurturing Young Leaders
This annual camp is organised under the direct supervision of His Excellency Nasser Obaid Al Shamsi, Chairman of the Commission's Board of Directors and International Commissioner, and with the follow-up of Major General Abdullah Saeed Al Suwaidi, General Supervisor of Activities. The initiative falls within the Commission's vision to invest the summer vacation in developing the skills of young people and refining their personalities within a safe and educational environment. Varied workshops This year's summer programme is distinguished by its diverse offerings and integrated objectives. It combines scouting, sports, arts, and educational activities, spread over four daily periods, from 4:30 p.m. to 6:45 p.m. The programme follows a structured schedule that ensures gradual progression, diversity, and interaction. Activities include football, basketball, volleyball, table tennis, and various recreational games, in addition to specialised scouting workshops and art workshops in arts education and handicrafts. The camp also includes educational workshops on the environment, cars, and astronomy, all of which are supervised by a group of educational scouting leaders and specialised trainers in cooperation with the Sharjah Private Education Authority (SPEA). Age-appropriate activities The programme has been carefully designed to suit the characteristics of the target age group, reinforcing the values of cooperation, discipline, and responsibility through group and interactive activities. It also provides participants with opportunities to discover their artistic and athletic talents and develop their life skills. The Commission is keen to evaluate the daily performance of participants and leaders through carefully considered plans and meticulous field monitoring, contributing to the achievement of the camp's educational and pedagogical objectives. Supporting children development Major General Abdullah Saeed Al Suwaidi stressed that the Scout Summer Camp embodies the Commission's vision of providing an ideal environment that supports children's development in all aspects. He pointed out that the programme aims to consolidate authentic scouting principles and provide participants with leadership and organisational skills and positive values that contribute to building their future personalities. Sharjah Scout Commission added that the camp derives its success from the support of the wise leadership, headed by His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, Patron of the Scout Movement, who spares no effort in empowering the younger generations and providing them with development opportunities.
Sharjah 24
01-07-2025
- General
- Sharjah 24
Sharjah Ladies Club celebrates 19th Basateen Preschool Graduation
Each year, the club hosts the event to celebrate the children's readiness for kindergarten and to share the moment with their families. The ceremony began with the UAE National Anthem, followed by creative performances by children. Guests also enjoyed a video presentation highlighting memorable moments from their academic year. The celebration concluded with the distribution of certificates and gifts, bringing the event to a joyful close. Mrs. Ala Alshanasi, Director of Business Management at Sharjah Ladies Club, expressed her happiness in celebrating this milestone with the children and their families. She emphasised that the success of the center is a direct result of the vision and support of Her Highness Sheikha Jawaher bint Mohammed Al Qasimi, Wife of the Ruler of Sharjah, Chairperson of Sharjah Ladies Club. She highlighted that Her Highness's vision has played a key role in shaping a high-quality early learning environment — one that prioritizes both international standards and child-focused care, led by a team of certified and experienced educators. She concluded by thanking the parents for their trust, and the staff for their efforts in making the year a success. Basateen Preschool Center is licensed by Sharjah Private Education Authority and maintains high standards in health, safety, and educational quality. The facility includes a licensed medical clinic, advanced surveillance systems, and routine sanitization measures. The teaching team holds advanced professional qualifications in early childhood education and is trained in first aid and learning support. Basateen Preschool Center is recognized as one of Sharjah's leading early childhood institutions. It focuses on building essential behavioral and cognitive skills, enhances their language skills and mathematical thinking, and Quran recitation Led by experienced educators, Basateen offers a safe and nurturing environment that inspires children to discover, express, and create, making the preschool of choice for families at the start of their children's learning journey.
