Culture has become in the era of science and knowledge reprasents an indispensable essential pillar in achieving national advancement and sustainable human development.This is because this culture is the essence of the existence of society, and it is the one that contributes to the formation of a national identity to which the members of society are proud to belong, and it is what motivates them to work and accomplish in all aspects of life.
But activating the role of culture in the development process requires concerted efforts and cooperation of institutionas .It is also necessary to activate the role of civil society institutions. As an active partner in achieving development. From this point of view the Sheikh Mohammed bin Khalid Nahyan Cultural Center, since its declaration as a cultural association No.100 for the year 1999, seeks to participate seriously and constructively in achieving this goal. And that by establishing a conscious social and cultural partnership. leads to building human capabilities and deepening a sense of social responsibility including it broadens the scope of the individuals participation in public affairs and transcending his or her individual or personal interests. In its narrow sense, awareness of its role in society, and that this partnership shouuld contribute to expanding areas of cooperation between the center and civil society institutions. On the one hand.Its environment and between government institutions, on the other hand. in light of the above values Transparency, accountability, and dialogue as values governing the nature of the relationship between these institutions and the active participants in building volunteer work that seek to from a conscience citizens who is able to participate positively in building the present and shaping the future.
That civic culture is not only conducive to building human capacities and enhancing social responsibility, but al the same time it requires the formation of the human capital capable of reaching sustainable development goals. And on competition in the era of knowledge economies. In turn,it is the ability to activate the role of civil society institutions as an genuine partner achieving sustainable human development.
Dr. Shamma bint Mohammed bin Khalid Al Nahyan
Chairperson of the Board of Directors of the Sheikh Mohammed bin Khalid Al Nahyan Cultural Center