There is limited research measuring the impact of parental involvement in children’s development and educational outcomes in the Middle East, but a recent study on Arab fathers by the Al Qasimi Foundation is changing that.
Arab fathers have a significant role to play in shaping the self-esteem and educational success of their children, according to a new study unveiled by the Al Qasimi Foundation. The findings were presented at the Foundation’s ‘Global Trends in Parental Involvement’ symposium
Globally, prison is often described as a university for criminals, where inmates pick up habits that will only help them reoffend when they get back on the outside. However, at the Ras Al Khaimah Correctional Facility this isn’t the case. Thanks to programs run by the Al Qasimi Foundation the lessons being taught are that of positive reformation.
The Foundation’s Hands on Learning program at a Ras Al Khaimah school is helping troubled students improve their behavior, appreciate the value of continuing their education, and is reducing the number of boys dropping out of school.
Ras Al Khaimah is launching discounted summer boot camps for young people and professionals to ensure they are up to speed with the latest developments in artificial intelligence (AI). RAK-a-Code is a collaboration between RAK Academy, the Foundation, and RAKEZ.
“Reforming education involves investing in teachers and schools and taking a very long view of things. You need to have a strong curriculum, motivated teachers, and active and supportive parents. If you have those things you will have a successful education system," Natasha Ridge said.
From February to April, the ghost town of Al Jazirah Al Hamra was brought back to life through the 7th Annual Ras Al Khaimah Fine Arts Festival. Amidst its abandoned buildings were works by more than 70 regional and international artists.
One of the enticing aspects of RAKFAF is the diversity of its contributors, and among the 70 participating artists is Irish photographer Eddie Ryan, whose photography studies of classic and contemporary UAE architecture are visual signposts of just how the nation has bridged its past with the future.
Born and raised in Ras Al Khaimah, Emirati poet Ahmad Al Assam is the subject of a new documentary by award-winning filmmaker Becky Beamer from the College of Architecture, Art and Design at American University of Sharjah. It was funded by the Ras Al Khaimah Fine Arts Festival Film Grant.
Breaking free from the jinx of ancient spirits, this one-of-a-kind coastal village and the last authentic traditional town in the UAE, is now transforming itself into a vibrant space for people to rediscover the cultural heritage of Ras Al Khaimah at its annual Fine Arts Festival.