31 August 2026 17:03 |
Last updated: 31 August 18:04 2026
Summary
Sharjah Children has executed 73 programmes and 7 events for 7,209 children, focusing on arts, sports, sciences, languages, and skills, achieving 9 medals in 12 competitions.
In the first half of 2026, Sharjah Children, part of the Quarter Century Foundation for Leadership and Innovation, rolled out a comprehensive array of high-quality programmes and events aimed at blending learning with creativity. This initiative underscores the organisation’s commitment to preparing future generations with the essential skills and knowledge to meet tomorrow’s challenges.
During this period, the foundation conducted over 73 programmes and events, benefitting more than 7,209 children aged 6 to 12 years. This included 66 specialised programmes that attracted 4,560 participants in various domains such as arts, sports, sciences, technology, literature, languages, and life skills. The focus was on discovering talents, fostering creativity, and strengthening leadership qualities among children.
Photography Workshops
In the realm of arts, a range of creative workshops received enthusiastic responses. Noteworthy among these are the photography workshops conducted in collaboration with the Fun Foundation, pottery painting in partnership with the Sharjah Institute for Heritage, and other artistic sessions like ‘Imprints of My Heritage’ and Ebru art collages, all designed to nurture artistic sensibilities and innovation in children.
In sports, participants engaged in diverse training experiences, including horseback riding, judo, taekwondo, and swimming. The inclusion of professional sports programmes further enhanced their physical abilities and motor skills. In the fields of literature and languages, a series of cultural and educational workshops were offered, such as ‘A Journey with the Quran’ in collaboration with the Sharjah Quran and Sunnah Foundation, and creative sessions like ‘Between the Stars’ and ‘Digital Stories’, aimed at developing reading and expression skills.
Moreover, children acquired personal and professional skills through various life skills workshops, including the innovative agricultural techniques introduced in the Kokedama workshop, woodworking, cooking sessions, and adventure programmes. Training for the members of the Sharjah Children’s Council focused on enhancing dialogue, communication, and participation in discussing issues and ideas, alongside activities in theatre, performance arts, and music, as well as seasonal programmes and collaborative projects with the Quarter Century Foundation.
Community Engagements
In terms of events, the foundation hosted 7 distinctive initiatives in the first half of the year, attracting over 2,709 children. Highlights included the ‘Sharjah Children’s Festival’, ‘Half of Sha’ban’ event, ‘Joy Cart’, and ‘Zayed Day for Humanitarian Work’, along with community meetings and educational initiatives aimed at promoting national and social values.
On the competitive front, around 133 children participated in 12 local and international awards and competitions, where they achieved 9 medals. Notable competitions included the Taekwondo Union Cup, the Judo Union Cup, Sheikha Latifa bint Mohammed Award for Childhood Innovations, and various other art and environmental contests.
Talent Discovery
Khawla Sharif Al-Huwai, Director of Sharjah Children, noted that the achievements over the first half of the year reflect the foundation’s ongoing dedication to offering innovative programmes that cater to children’s needs, fostering their personalities and enhancing their capabilities across various sectors.
“We strive to provide an inspiring educational environment that affords children genuine opportunities to discover their talents, sharpen their skills, and engage in experiences that boost creativity and initiative, as well as teamwork,” she stated. “We believe that investing in children is investing in the future of society. Therefore, we are committed to offering renewed programmes that resonate with the aspirations of new generations, opening wider avenues for learning and innovation.” She further added that the successes achieved by the participants of Sharjah Children in various events and competitions highlight the quality of the programmes provided, motivating continued development of initiatives and activities for the second half of the year, thereby enhancing children’s participation in local and international forums and enabling them to attain further accomplishments.