UAE: Over 10,000 students attend summer camp to hone creative and literary skills

UAE: Over 10,000 students attend summer camp to hone creative and literary skills

The number of artistic and educational programmes also increased, with camp-goers enjoying a wide offering of 453 activities, compared to 235 the previous year

Published: Mon 19 Sep 2022, 3:40 PM

A total of 10,600 students participated in this year’s summer camp which was organized by 'Maktaba', the library management section of the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi), an astounding 98 percent year-on-year increase compared to the 5,350 participants in 2021.

This year, the number of artistic and educational programmes also increased, with camp-goers enjoying a wide offering of 453 activities, compared to 235 the previous year. The summer camp programme took place in Abu Dhabi from August 1 to August 28.

Shaikha AlMehairi, Library Management Director at DCT Abu Dhabi, said: "This year’s Summer Camp saw a very high turnout, confirming the popularity of 'Maktaba' initiatives aimed at enhancing the creative and entrepreneurial skills of children and teenagers. The diversity of the programming, boosted by its ‘edutainment’ elements, contributed to the Camp’s success, and allowed participants to both unleash their creativity and learn valuable life skills during the summer vacation. We thank everyone who contributed to the success of this programme, especially our students, who through their