ALPA reviews academic cooperation with University of Sharjah

Sharjah 24: As part of its ongoing efforts to enhance the presence of the Arabic language in academic and cultural circles, the Board of Directors of the Arabic Language Protection Association (ALPA) held a joint meeting with the Arabic Language and Literature Department at the University of Sharjah at the university's headquarters to discuss prospects for cooperation and integration between the two sides, serving the Arabic language and supporting its development in educational and research institutions.

The association's delegation was headed by Dr. Aisha Al Ghais, Vice Chair of the Board of Directors, and included Dr. Jamal Yousef Al Zarouni, Secretary, and Professor Mohammed Shuaib Al Hammadi, Financial and Administrative Director.

They were received from the University of Sharjah by Dr. Maryam Balajid, Head of the Arabic Language and Literature Department, and lecturer Hamda Al Awadhi from the same department.

Promoting the use of the Arabic language in academic and community activities

The meeting, held Tuesday addressed a number of key topics related to the status of the Arabic language in academic fields. Discussions centred on ways to expand cooperation between the two sides, particularly with regard to initiatives targeting students and researchers, and opening new horizons for promoting the use of the Arabic language in academic and community activities.

Enhancing Arabic language in light of rapid digital transformations

The possibility of ALPA participating in the "Arabic Language and Artificial Intelligence" conference was also discussed, contributing to its scientific and practical aspects. This would achieve cognitive integration with contemporary developments and enhance the status of the Arabic language in light of rapid digital transformations.

The University of Sharjah expressed its keenness to strengthen its relationship with ALPA, welcoming proposals for cooperation and exchange of expertise in areas of common interest.

For their part, the Association's representatives affirmed their readiness to study the proposed initiatives and engage with them in a manner consistent with the Association's mission to preserve the Arabic language and enhance its presence in various fields.

At the conclusion of the meeting, both parties emphasised the importance of continued institutional communication and coordination, affirming their aspiration to build an effective partnership that will contribute to the advancement of the Arabic language and make it a key element in the knowledge industry and future planning.