Abu Dhabi Awards Announces Winners of Nationwide Schools Competition
Participating Schools
50
Total Nominations
15,000+
Winning Schools
7
Growth vs. Previous Year
100%+
The Initiative
The Abu Dhabi Awards, in collaboration with the Ministry of Education, launched a nationwide Schools Competition at the beginning of the 2025–2026 academic year. The initiative aims to encourage students to participate in the nominations campaign and to promote the values of goodness, giving and appreciation among younger generations.
The competition sought to instil core values in students, including fostering a culture of positive impact, encouraging recognition of individuals who serve the community, and strengthening a sense of social responsibility. It also supports the development of critical thinking and decision-making skills, contributing to the growth of a generation capable of making a positive impact.
With 50 schools taking part and nominations exceeding 15,000—more than double the number submitted in the previous edition—the initiative demonstrated remarkable growth and engagement among students and school communities across all emirates.
Winning Schools
Top-Tier Schools:
- Rawdat Al Musk
- Zayed Educational Complex – Mohammed Bin Zayed City
- Juwairiya Bint Al Harith
Outstanding Participation:
- Al Qariah School
- City Private School in Ajman
- Al Madar International School in Al Ain
- Mezyad School
These schools were recognised for their exceptional commitment and extra efforts in supporting the campaign and promoting its values among students and the wider school community. Notably, nominations in the winning schools exceeded 100% of the total student count, highlighting the strong level of engagement among students, schools and the wider school community.
A Message from Abu Dhabi Awards
“This initiative, organised by the Abu Dhabi Awards in collaboration with the Ministry of Education, reflects our ongoing commitment to empowering younger generations and reinforcing the values of giving and appreciation among students. By engaging them in meaningful initiatives, we aim to encourage positive community participation, strengthen social responsibility, and contribute to building a more connected and compassionate society across the UAE.”
Amal Al Ameri
Member of the Organising Committee for the Abu Dhabi Awards
About the Abu Dhabi Awards
The Abu Dhabi Awards is a government initiative held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the United Arab Emirates. Established in 2005, the Award honours inspiring individuals who have selflessly dedicated themselves to supporting others, while contributing to the betterment of the UAE community.
Open to people from all around the UAE, the Award invites members of the community to nominate those inspiring individuals regardless of their age, nationality, or occupation. This includes UAE citizens, residents, or non-residents whose good deeds have positively impacted the UAE. One nomination is all it takes for an individual to be considered for an Abu Dhabi Award.
For the past 20 years, the Award has celebrated the values of giving and goodness within the UAE community, honouring to date 100 individuals from 18 different nationalities. Nominations are open throughout the year, offering the public a continuous opportunity to recognise and highlight those inspiring individuals.
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