Takween Al Ghurair

Empowering Emirati Youth Through Real World Learning

Fostering Tomorrow’s Innovators and Leaders

About the Project

The Abdullah Al Ghurair Foundation in partnership with Verdant are proud to present Takween Al Ghurair, a national initiative offering exciting, hands-on enrichment programs for Emirati youth to help them discover their talents, develop future-ready skills, and build pride in their identity. Delivered in Arabic and English by expert educators, Takween Al Ghurair blends innovation, entrepreneurship, heritage, and life skills in a fun and supportive environment through four powerful learning pathways:

  • Entrepreneurship

    Each session is designed to progressively build students' entrepreneurial skills, covering a range of topics.

  • Invention Education

    Design and create solutions to real-world problems

  • Success Skills

    Find your purpose and plan for your future using Ikigai as your guide.

  • English Through Heritage

    Strengthen language skills while exploring UAE culture

  • Reading Intervention

    For students in grade 8 and 9 reading at a MAP RIT level 140 or lower (Grade 3 or lower)

Want to know more?

Each Takween program runs for 8 hours over 1 to 8 weeks. Designed for flexibility, sessions are led by expert facilitators and can take place during the school day, after school, or as part of a summer camp. Every program ends with a joyful showcase, where students proudly present their work to families and the wider school community.

We welcome Emirati students in Cycle 2 (Grades 5–8) and Cycle 3 (Grades 9–12)

Programs are designed to include both boys and girls, and are offered during the school year and in the summer holidays. All materials and instruction are delivered in Arabic and English.

Why Join The Takween Al Ghurair Program?

Takween helps students:

  • Gain confidence through hands-on learning

  • Build skills that matter – like public speaking, creativity, problem-solving, and teamwork

  • Connect with mentors, role models, and local entrepreneurs

  • Celebrate Emirati identity through cultural exploration

  • Discover real paths to future careers — from space tech to sustainable design

Program Highlights

✅ Weekly 2-hour sessions

✅ Small group format (max 20 students per cohort)

✅ Led by passionate, trained instructors

✅ Culminates in a showcase, pitch, or competition

✅ Optional mentorship from university students and local professionals

For Schools and Partners

  • We’re working with public schools across the UAE to deliver this program. If you’re a school leader or education partner who wants to get involved, please reach out to us.

    Benefits of becoming a partner school:

    Be part of a UAE-wide initiative to empower youth

    Bring dynamic, relevant enrichment to your students

    Celebrate success with families and the wider community