Dibba Al Hisn launches "Today’s Children... Tomorrow’s Leaders"

July 14, 2025 / 9:30 PM

Sharjah 24: The summer program for 2025, "Today's Children... Tomorrow's Leaders", was kicked off at the public park's indoor hall by the Dibba Al Hisn Municipality. The stated goal of this programme is to assist children, aged 7 to 12, in finding productive ways to spend their summer vacation. July 14–24, 2025, is the date of the programme.

Introducing children to municipal services

Aiming to acquaint youngsters with the work and services offered by several departments of Dibba Al Hisn Municipality, the summer program has garnered extensive interest.

Age-appropriate activities Accomplish this by providing a fun, safe, and informative space for children to learn new things, grow in self-confidence, and develop their personalities. Developing a sense of civic duty is another goal of the curriculum.

A wide range of intriguing pursuits

The initiative includes special activities and events covering a range of fields, such as agriculture, engineering, technology, strategic planning, public health, innovation, and entertainment. Additionally, the programme offers educational and environmental workshops and awareness lectures tailored to various interests. To encourage participation, children receive daily gifts, certificates, and prizes.

Programme schedule and structure

Sessions run from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM, and there are two weeks of the summer programme: one for boys (14-17 July) and another for females (21-24 July). The programme has made a real impact by bringing attention to the issue and providing youngsters with meaningful and entertaining ways to spend their summer break, making it an integral part of the municipality's community calendar.

Commitment to child development

The director of Dibba Al-Hisn Municipality, Talib Abdullah Al Yahyai, stressed the importance of the municipality's dedication to organising such programs for the city's youngsters and helping them thrive. This aligns with the vision of His Highness Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, who advocates for the productive use of children’s time during the summer break and for nurturing a generation capable of leading a bright future.

Tailored programme

According to Al Yahyai, the goal of the "Today's Children... Tomorrow's Leaders" initiative is to teach children about the several jobs that are available to them in the city. The programme has been thoughtfully crafted to cater to the requirements of the intended age range; during the programme, the kids will participate in workshops and activities that are in line with the departments' areas of expertise.