Al Dhaid Club guides families on supporting teens in digital age

November 16, 2025 / 10:56 AM

Sharjah24: The Cultural and Community Development Committee at Al Dhaid Club, in cooperation with Al Dhaid University, organised a specialised workshop titled How to Deal with Adolescents in the Era of Digital Openness. The event forms part of a series designed to strengthen family and community awareness and equip parents with the educational skills needed to navigate modern challenges.
The workshop reflects the commitment of both institutions to fostering community partnership and reinforcing the role of educational and sports bodies in building generations capable of facing rapid transformations with confidence and understanding.

Key challenges and modern educational approaches

The session was delivered by Dr Fatima Al-Haj, a psychology specialist, who outlined the major challenges parents and educators face when communicating with adolescents amid rapid technological and digital shifts. She emphasised the need for balance between digital engagement and social values, presenting contemporary educational strategies to promote positive communication and better understand adolescents’ psychological and behavioural needs.

Community participation and recognition

The workshop saw strong attendance from various community groups, including students from Al Dhaid University who actively engaged in discussions.
At the conclusion, Saif bin Delwan Al Ketbi, Chair of the Strategic Planning and Institutional Excellence Committee, and Muheir Obaid Al Khayyal Al Tunaiji, CEO of Al Dhaid Club, honoured Dr Al-Haj in appreciation of her valuable scientific insights.
Salem Mohammed bin Huwaiden Al Ketbi, Chairman of Al Dhaid Club, thanked the university for its ongoing cooperation and praised the quality of the workshop content. A commemorative shield was also presented to Al Dhaid University for its role in supporting the club’s cultural and community initiatives.
Khalifa Mubarak Dalmouk Al Ketbi, Chair of the Cultural and Community Development Committee, noted that the workshop responds to community needs by helping families understand adolescent behaviour and adopt effective parenting methods for the digital era.