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TECHx
25-06-2025
- Business
- TECHx
Dubai Media Council Concludes UK Media Tour
Home » Latest news » Dubai Media Council Concludes UK Media Tour The Dubai Media Council has reported the successful conclusion of a week-long media leadership engagement in the United Kingdom. The initiative was part of its Media Leadership Programme. The programme brought together 25 participants from various Dubai government entities. These participants are part of the inaugural cohort of the Media Leadership Programme. It was launched by H.H. Sheikh Ahmed bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Second Deputy Ruler of Dubai and Chairman of the Dubai Media Council. The UK visit aimed to deepen participants' global perspectives. It focused on trust, artificial intelligence, and strategic storytelling in media. According to the Dubai Media Council, the programme is designed to enhance media leadership skills aligned with international benchmarks. Throughout the five-day tour, participants attended interactive sessions and visited top media and policy institutions. They engaged with leading organisations, including: Financial Times and Sky News, where executives shared insights on digital media operations Google, where discussions covered the future of information The Thomson Foundation led a session on media transformation and global development. Meanwhile, the GREAT Britain & Northern Ireland Campaign delivered a keynote on nation branding. The group also visited Apolitical, a global public service learning platform. Here, discussions centered on digital trust and the evolving relationship between data, institutions, and credibility. Former senior UK government communication leaders shared expertise on strategic messaging at national and international levels. Nehal Badri, Secretary-General of the Dubai Media Council, revealed that the programme plays a vital role in raising Dubai's media profile. She stated that it helps build future-ready narratives to support the emirate's development. Badri also noted that the UK engagement fostered collaboration with global players who align with Dubai's media vision. Hesham Al Olama, Director of Strategy and Performance Management at the Dubai Media Council, reported that the tour offered participants unique insights into institutional adaptability and professional media standards. He added that the programme equips leaders to navigate global changes with clarity and confidence. Launched in January, the Media Leadership Programme is a flagship initiative. It aims to cultivate leadership talent across Dubai government media entities. The Dubai Media Council confirmed the programme's goal is to create impactful narratives that communicate Dubai's achievements and strategic goals to the world. Source: Emirates News Agency
Gulf Today
21-04-2025
- Business
- Gulf Today
Ahmed hails Media Leadership Programme
Sheikh Ahmed Bin Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Second Deputy Ruler of Dubai and Chairman of the Dubai Media Council, met participants of the Media Leadership Programme, an initiative launched by the council to develop the second line of government media leaders. The programme is part of the council's broader mission to build a media ecosystem that strengthens Dubai's status as a global media hub. Speaking during the meeting, Sheikh Ahmed said, 'Dubai's progress is the result of ambition, clarity of vision, and a relentless commitment to excellence. It is a story that deserves to be shared with the world. The Media Leadership Programme reflects our commitment to cultivating government communicators who can tell the Dubai story with credibility and conviction, and in ways that resonate with global audiences. The initiative is designed to equip our talent with the skills to craft compelling narratives that capture both our current achievements and future ambitions.' Designed for professionals from 20 government and semi-government entities, the programme provides participants with the skills to lead strategic communication in a rapidly-evolving landscape. It blends academic insight, international best practice, and real-world application to ensure Dubai's government communicators can engage effectively with both regional and global audiences. Mona Al Marri, Vice Chairperson and Managing Director of the Dubai Media Council, said, 'Strategic communication is one of the most powerful tools in shaping perception and influence. The programme provides Dubai's emerging leaders with the insight, tools, and global perspective needed to articulate the city's story with confidence. We are building the next generation of storytellers who can capture the spirit of Dubai and translate it into meaningful, future-focused messaging.' Nehal Badri, Secretary-General of the Dubai Media Council, said, 'The Media Leadership Programme reflects our belief that strong institutions are built on strong communication. It equips participants with global best practices and the strategic agility needed to navigate an evolving media environment. From international engagement to public trust, the Programme addresses the real-world demands of modern government communication.' Hesham Al Olama, Director of Strategy at the Dubai Media Council, said, 'This programme was designed to ensure global standards while addressing Dubai's specific needs as a fast-growing city with a global profile.' WAM
Emirates 24/7
20-04-2025
- Business
- Emirates 24/7
Ahmed bin Mohammed meets with participants of Dubai Media Council's Media Leadership Programme
H.H. Sheikh Ahmed bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Second Deputy Ruler of Dubai and Chairman of the Dubai Media Council, met with participants of the Media Leadership Programme, an initiative launched by the council to develop the second line of government media leaders. The Programme is part of the council's broader mission to build a media ecosystem that strengthens Dubai's status as a global media hub. Speaking during the meeting, H.H. Sheikh Ahmed said, 'Dubai's progress is the result of ambition, clarity of vision, and a relentless commitment to excellence. It is a story that deserves to be shared with the world. The Media Leadership Programme reflects our commitment to cultivating government communicators who can tell the Dubai story with credibility and conviction, and in ways that resonate with global audiences. The initiative is designed to equip our talent with the skills to craft compelling narratives that capture both our current achievements and future ambitions.' Designed for professionals from 20 government and semi-government entities, the Programme provides participants with the skills to lead strategic communication in a rapidly-evolving landscape. It blends academic insight, international best practice, and real-world application to ensure Dubai's government communicators can engage effectively with both regional and global audiences. Mona Al Marri, Vice Chairperson and Managing Director of the Dubai Media Council, said, 'Strategic communication is one of the most powerful tools in shaping perception and influence. The Programme provides Dubai's emerging leaders with the insight, tools, and global perspective needed to articulate the city's story with confidence. We are building the next generation of storytellers who can capture the spirit of Dubai and translate it into meaningful, future-focused messaging.' Nehal Badri, Secretary-General of the Dubai Media Council, said, 'The Media Leadership Programme reflects our belief that strong institutions are built on strong communication. It equips participants with global best practices and the strategic agility needed to navigate an evolving media environment. From international engagement to public trust, the Programme addresses the real-world demands of modern government communication.' Hesham Al Olama, Director of Strategy at the Dubai Media Council, said, 'This Programme was designed to ensure global standards while addressing Dubai's specific needs as a fast-growing city with a global profile. The initiative seeks to develop strategic thinkers who can lead with clarity, build trust, and create unique narratives that drive results. The talent in this cohort gives us great confidence in the future of Dubai's media leadership.' The nine-month Media Leadership Programme was developed in collaboration with globally renowned institutions such as the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), Columbia University, and George Washington University. The course features international study tours to countries with recognised expertise in government communication. Through lectures, workshops, and hands-on training, participants will gain the skills and certification needed to execute government media strategies with impact. The Programme supports the Dubai Media Council's broader strategy of enabling talent, advancing innovation, and aligning media capabilities with the city's long-term development agenda. Follow Emirates 24|7 on Google News.
Gulf News
20-04-2025
- Business
- Gulf News
Ahmed bin Mohammed meets with participants of Dubai Media Council's Media Leadership Programme
Dubai: Sheikh Ahmed bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Second Deputy Ruler of Dubai and Chairman of the Dubai Media Council, met with participants of the Media Leadership Programme, an initiative launched by the council to develop the second line of government media leaders. The Programme is part of the council's broader mission to build a media ecosystem that strengthens Dubai's status as a global media hub. Speaking during the meeting, Sheikh Ahmed said: 'Dubai's progress is the result of ambition, clarity of vision, and a relentless commitment to excellence. It is a story that deserves to be shared with the world. The Media Leadership Programme reflects our commitment to cultivating government communicators who can tell the Dubai story with credibility and conviction, and in ways that resonate with global audiences. The initiative is designed to equip our talent with the skills to craft compelling narratives that capture both our current achievements and future ambitions.' Designed for professionals from 20 government and semi-government entities, the Programme provides participants with the skills to lead strategic communication in a rapidly-evolving landscape. It blends academic insight, international best practice, and real-world application to ensure Dubai's government communicators can engage effectively with both regional and global audiences. Powerful tool Mona Al Marri, Vice Chairperson and Managing Director of the Dubai Media Council, said: 'Strategic communication is one of the most powerful tools in shaping perception and influence. The Programme provides Dubai's emerging leaders with the insight, tools, and global perspective needed to articulate the city's story with confidence. We are building the next generation of storytellers who can capture the spirit of Dubai and translate it into meaningful, future-focused messaging.' Nehal Badri, Secretary General of the Dubai Media Council, said: 'The Media Leadership Programme reflects our belief that strong institutions are built on strong communication. It equips participants with global best practices and the strategic agility needed to navigate an evolving media environment. From international engagement to public trust, the Programme addresses the real-world demands of modern government communication.' Hesham Al Olama, Director of Strategy at the Dubai Media Council, said: 'This Programme was designed to ensure global standards while addressing Dubai's specific needs as a fast-growing city with a global profile. The initiative seeks to develop strategic thinkers who can lead with clarity, build trust, and create unique narratives that drive results. The talent in this cohort gives us great confidence in the future of Dubai's media leadership.' International partners The nine-month Media Leadership Programme was developed in collaboration with globally renowned institutions such as the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), Columbia University, and George Washington University. The course features international study tours to countries with recognised expertise in government communication. Through lectures, workshops, and hands-on training, participants will gain the skills and certification needed to execute government media strategies with impact. The Programme supports the Dubai Media Council's broader strategy of enabling talent, advancing innovation, and aligning media capabilities with the city's long-term development agenda.
