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Hundreds of Dubai pupils given school supplies and tablets under education plan

More than 1,000 pupils in Dubai will be provided with essential school supplies and tablets before their return to classrooms next week under a major community campaign. The initiative – launched by the emirate's Community Development Authority – aims to deliver support to families preparing for the new academic year, which begins on Monday, August 31. The authority – which has rolled out the…

Hundreds of Dubai pupils given school supplies and tablets under education plan

More than 1,000 pupils in Dubai are set to receive essential school supplies and tablets as part of a community campaign before the start of the new academic year on August 31. This initiative, launched by the Community Development Authority in collaboration with Dubai Community Contributions Establishment (Jood) and the Awqaf and Minors Affairs Foundation (Awqaf Dubai), aims to support families preparing for the upcoming school term.

The initiative emphasizes the importance of education as a fundamental pillar of human development and seeks to foster a positive learning environment by providing students with the necessary resources to excel academically. Maitha Al Shamsi, CEO of the Community Empowerment Sector at the Community Development Authority, highlighted the campaign's focus on strengthening family stability and enhancing the quality of life for community members.

Marwan bin Hashem, CEO of Jood, emphasized the belief that ensuring children have essential school supplies will instill confidence and enable students to make significant progress in their academic journeys. The Back to School initiative aligns with Dubai Social Agenda 33, which aims to position Dubai as a global hub for living, learning, and investment.

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