Dubai Media Council Opens Registration for 'Mohammed Bin Rashid Scholarship' for Emirati Media Students
In accordance with the directives of His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Second Deputy Ruler of Dubai and Chairman of the Dubai Media Council, the Council has introduced the second edition of the 'Mohammed Bin Rashid Scholarship for Emirati Media Students'. This initiative, sponsored by the Dubai Media Council, is designed to empower emerging Emirati talent to make significant contributions to the media sector's growth.
The scholarship program aligns with the Dubai Media Council’s strategic goals, focusing on enhancing the influence of Emirati youth in the media industry. It reflects the leadership’s dedication to nurturing national talent and increasing their participation in vital sectors.
The scholarship provides aspiring Emirati media professionals with full tuition coverage at the Mohammed Bin Rashid School for Communication at the American University in Dubai. This opportunity is intended to equip recipients with the skills and knowledge needed to pursue successful careers in the media field upon graduation.
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Her Excellency Mona Al Marri, Vice Chairperson and Managing Director of the Dubai Media Council, emphasized that the vision of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, combined with the directives of His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, has guided the Council in its mission to cultivate a new generation of highly qualified Emirati media professionals. She highlighted the Council’s commitment to expanding the pool of skilled national media professionals to drive sectoral development and support broader economic growth.
"The media landscape is rapidly evolving with new technologies reshaping the industry. Innovation is crucial to leveraging these advancements for enhanced content and maximum impact. Elevating academic excellence and providing new professional training opportunities will enable young media talent to play a pivotal role in advancing the sector’s development," Al Marri stated.
She added that the ‘Mohammed Bin Rashid Scholarship for Emirati Media Students’ serves as a vital platform for discovering and nurturing young national media talent. The initiative also positions the UAE media to benefit from high-caliber professionals who can enhance industry capacity for creativity, innovation, and growth. By nurturing talent, the scholarship program aims to strengthen the media’s ability to communicate compelling narratives about the UAE's developmental journey to global audiences.
"We are committed to creating an environment that reinforces Dubai's status as a major hub for media. By attracting fresh talent to the industry and unlocking their creativity and innovation, the initiative also contributes to achieving the Council’s objective of enhancing the competitiveness of Dubai-based media," Al Marri affirmed.
Her Excellency Nehal Badri, Secretary General of the Dubai Media Council, highlighted that the launch of the scholarship’s second edition is part of a series of initiatives aimed at accelerating the growth of the media sector. She underscored the UAE’s unwavering commitment to cultivating highly qualified human capital essential for driving industry development and promoting growth across diverse sectors.
By identifying promising young media talent and empowering them to excel, the scholarship program provides substantial support to the Dubai Media Council’s integrated strategy for sectoral development and the enhancement of industry standards, Badri emphasized.
She added that the scholarship, initiated by HH Sheikh Ahmed bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum in June 2023, aims to inspire Emirati youth to pursue careers in media and increase national participation in shaping the future of the industry.
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