Abu Dhabi – Wednesday, 30 September 2026
A number of experts and specialists in scientific research have highlighted the importance of the mission and role of the Khalifa Award for Education, one of the institutions of Erth Zayed Philanthropies, in promoting a culture of excellence across the educational and academic sectors at the local, regional and international levels. They noted the Award’s notable impact on the education ecosystem through its various fields, which help identify and nurture educational and academic talent while reinforcing a positive humanitarian impact on individuals and communities.
The remarks came during the Award’s participation in the 7th MENA Higher Education Leadership Forum (MENA-HELF), organised by the Center for Learning Innovations and Customized Knowledge Solutions (CLICKS) in Dubai from 28 to 30 September. The Award’s stand attracted considerable interest from academics and education professionals seeking information about the fields offered in its 20th edition, which comprises 10 fields across 18 categories. Applications for these fields will remain open until 31 December 2026.
Humaid Al Houti, Secretary-General of the Khalifa Award for Education, emphasised the importance of the Award’s participation in the Forum, which brought together experts, speakers and participants representing 60 countries from around the world to discuss issues related to the role of higher education in shaping the future of coming generations.
He explained that the Khalifa Award for Education’s participation in the Forum reflects the vision of Erth Zayed Philanthropies to foster positive impact for individuals and communities at the local, regional and international levels. The Award offers fields covering various aspects of education, encompassing both higher education and pre-university education, in addition to the Khalifa International Award for Early Learning, the first of its kind globally, which aims to highlight best scientific and applied practices in creating stimulating learning environments that foster creativity among children from an early age.
Al Houti said: “Through its participation, the Award has sought to raise awareness of its various fields, particularly the Higher Education Field – Distinguished University Lecturer Category; the Educational Research Field; the Innovation in Teaching Arabic Language Field – Innovative University Lecturer Category; the Innovative Educational Projects and Programmes Field; the Educational Authorship for Children Field; and the Education and Community Service Field -a Distinguished Emirati Family Category, which recognises Emirati families that have made significant educational contributions to supporting their children’s educational journey.”