{
  "id": 5777315,
  "title": "Eid Al Etihad: UAE public called upon to share their stories to shape 55th National Day celebrations",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/05/eid-al-etihad-uae-public-called-upon-to-share-their-stories-to-shape",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-05T13:03:48.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The National UAE",
    "slug": "the-national-uae",
    "url": "https://www.thenationalnews.com/news/uae/2026/09/05/uae-public-urged-to-share-their-stories-to-shape-55th-national-day-celebrations/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The UAE is preparing to celebrate its 55th National Day, and citizens and residents across all seven emirates are being encouraged to share their stories to help shape the festivities. Organizers of Eid Al Etihad, the annual event marking the formation of the Emirates in 1971, are running a series of workshops throughout September to recognize the contributions of the nation's diverse society to its growth over the decades. Held from September 10 to 24, these community gatherings will focus on integrating personal memories and experiences into the celebrations. Activities will include storytelling, crafts, and other creative projects. Eisa Alsubousi, Director of Strategic and Creative Affairs of the 55th Eid Al Etihad, emphasized that Eid Al Etihad is a celebration shared by all communities, and the workshops aim to bring people together to share ideas and contribute in their own ways. The workshops will be held in various cities, including Fujairah, Ras Al Khaimah, Sharjah, Ajman, Umm Al Quwain, Dubai, Al Ain, and Abu Dhabi, with registration open until September 8. Selected participants will be contacted directly with further details. The UAE's National Day commemorates the formation of the country in 1971, when six emirates united under the leadership of Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, who became the first president. A grand ceremony is typically held annually to celebrate this historic event, with the showpiece event usually attended by UAE rulers.",
  "summary": "Citizens and residents from all seven emirates are being invited to share their stories of life in the UAE as the country gears up for its 55th National Day celebrations. Organisers of Eid Al Etihad – the annual occasion marking the formation of the Emirates on December 2, 1971 – are holding a series of workshops this month to recognise the contributions of the nation's multicultural society to…",
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        "outlet": "The National Business",
        "title": "Eid Al Etihad: UAE public called upon to share their stories to shape 55th National Day celebrations",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/05/eid-al-etihad-uae-public-called-upon-to-share-their-stories-to-shape-5781312",
        "published": "2026-09-05T13:03:48.000Z"
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
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