

In partnership with CNN Arabic, the Abdulla Al Ghurair Foundation presents Siraj, a 6-week program focusing on equipping Emirati youth with critical future skills needed for the workplace such as design and critical thinking, debate, and storytelling skills. Delivered by senior industry executives from CNN, Siraj will give you the skills you need for success in the future.
Are you
passionate about building your storytelling and public speaking skills?
Have
a story to tell, but need help delivering your message?
Do you
want to learn future skills needed in the workplace?
Then this program is for YOU!
Program Overview
A 6-week training program brought to you by CNN Arabic. You will learn the fundamentals of critical future skills, including:
- Ideation and Brainstorming
- Strategy Building
- Storytelling
- Critical and Design Thinking
- Debate
- Distribution and Audience Reach
Program Format
- Two sessions per week
- 4 hours per week
- University of Sharjah
- Free of charge
Applicants
- Emirati national between the ages of 20 and 35
- Fluent in English & Arabic
- Committed to attending all 12 sessions
- Interested in developing their soft skills covered by the program
Application Deadline
September 24th, 2023
Program Start Date
October 3rd, 2023
Applications closed.

