The Emirati Productive Families Entrepreneurship Program aims to support and empower Emirati family entrepreneurs and prepare them to enter the freelance market. The program focuses on developing entrepreneurship and financial sustainability skills to promote the economic and social empowerment of beneficiaries.
It is a free training program that aims to empower Emirati families and develop their entrepreneurial skills, helping them launch their own businesses or improve existing ones, while increasing their chances of success and sustainability.
The program aims to:
• Develop entrepreneurship and project management skills.
• Support Emirati families in turning ideas into practical projects.
• Enhance the economic sustainability of home-based and small businesses.
• Connect participants with future support and development opportunities.
Emirati family members aged 18 and above who are interested in:
• Starting a new business
• Developing an existing business
• Expanding and growing their projects
The program lasts 6 training days.
A total of 24 training hours, with 4 hours per day.
The program follows a hybrid format:
• 2 days in-person
• 4 days online
This provides flexibility for participants.
All sessions are conducted in Arabic.
Yes, participants are required to bring a laptop or iPad to take part in activities and practical exercises.
The first batch (Dubai) will begin on April 20, 2026.
The second batch (Abu Dhabi) will begin on 6 July, 2026.
The in-person sessions will be held in: Abu Dhabi. Emirates Foundation.
The program will also be delivered in other emirates on dates to be announced later.
Registration is available through the link on the Ministry of Community Empowerment’s Instagram account: @MOCEUAE
Yes, participants will receive a certificate of completion after fulfilling all training requirements.
Additional rewards and benefits will be announced later as part of initiatives supporting Emirati family entrepreneurs.
No, the program does not provide direct funding, but it prepares participants and connects them with potential supporting entities and opportunities.
Yes, it is available to Emirati families across all UAE emirates.
Yes, seats are limited, and participants are selected based on specific criteria.
Yes, participants must attend all sessions (in-person and online) to benefit fully and receive the certificate.
Yes, in case of an emergency, but you must inform the organizers in advance so another participant can take your place.
Yes, depending on program capacity and selection criteria.
It is preferred to participate only once to allow more Emirati families to benefit.
Participants may benefit from:
• Opportunities to develop their projects
• Future support programs and initiatives
• Participation in entrepreneurship events and exhibitions
• Opportunities to showcase their projects through ministry initiatives
• Additional benefits from strategic partners
Yes, the full ownership of the project idea remains with the participant. The program only provides support and guidance.
Your data may be used for:
• Application evaluation
• Program implementation
• Communication with participants
All in accordance with approved data protection policies.
6 Days
Hybrid ( 4 days online, 2 days onsite ) At the Emirates Foundation, Abu Dhabi.
24
6 July – 12 July
Free for the Citizens of UAE
