Sheikka Latifa, daughter of Shaikh Mohammad bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and UAE Minister of Defense, inaugurated Dubai 1st Child Summit 2001, offering children of all ages an impressive range of fun and knowledge-oriented programs until October 24th, reports said.
The inaugural ceremony which held at the backyard of Hor Al Anz Public Library, under the auspices of the Public Libraries Section of Dubai Municipality, was designed to suit children of all age-groups and “those entrusted with the task of guiding the children to a world of knowledge and education.”
Assistant director-general for administrative affairs and services at Dubai municipality, Obeid Salim Al Shamsi, was quoted earlier by the local press as saying that the event "is a unique initiative of its kind. It comes as part of future vision of Dubai Municipality that manifests itself in achieving all-round development of all segments of society, with special focus on nurturing the individual. This summit is yet another step forward in paying attention to children.”
Among the highlights of the summit are an exhibition for children and educational specialists showcasing a wide variety of educational and cultural materials.
The summit includes a variety of children's activities, quiz competitions, art shows and lectures on various topics. Some of the programs are being held in cooperation with the Dubai Educational Zone of the Ministry of Education and Youth.
"Together towards a reading generation " is the slogan of the summit, which is likely to become an annual feature.
The logo represents two children of different ages. The two colors - blue and green - used in the logo represents happiness and joy.
The logo looks like a torch, a symbol of the light of education that never dies.
Meanwhile, Sheikh Mohammed inaugurated Sunday the Science Technology and Arts Royal Summit (STARS 2001), dedicating the evening to the children of Afghanistan.
Sheikh Mohammad was quoted by the Dubai-based Khaleej Times as saying “the STARS Summit to benefit the deprived children of the world, as looking after the children is our moral responsibility and obligation.” Albawaba.com
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