UAE. Dubai Duty Free Foundation has renewed its partnership with Dubai Cares for an additional three years, continuing its support for the charity’s global education initiatives.
Building on a partnership established in 2017, the retailer’s charitable arm will continue to support the UAE-based global philanthropic group with AED1.5 million (US$408,000) per year from 2026 to 2028, funding Schools2030 initiatives in multiple countries.
Schools2030 is an Aga Khan Foundation initiative that advances holistic learning outcomes by focusing on teacher leadership in educational transformation worldwide.
The programme’s second phase expands proven tools and approaches, including Human Centred Design and holistic learning assessment, through cross-sectoral and multi-stakeholder partnerships that connect schools, systems and societies.
Dubai Duty Free Managing Director Ramesh Cidambi led the signing of the memorandum of understanding, alongside Dubai Cares Chief Executive Officer and Vice-Chairman H.E. Dr Tariq Al Gurg.
Cidambi said, “Our renewed partnership with Dubai Carers reflects Dubai Duty Free’s long-term commitment to advancing accessible and quality education for underprivileged communities around the world.
“By continuing our support for initiatives such as Schools2030, we are reinforcing our role in driving meaningful education solutions by empowering teachers, strengthening learning outcomes and fostering education systems that are more responsive to the needs of students and communities.
Dr Tariq Al Gurg added, “Partnerships anchored in long-term commitment are essential for achieving sustainable impact.
“The Dubai Duty Free Foundation continues to set a strong example of philanthropic leadership by investing consistently in education, one of the most powerful drivers of human development.
“The Foundation’s renewed support enables us to scale proven, teacher led approaches that improve holistic learning outcomes and help shape more resilient and equitable education systems worldwide.” ✈
