UAE Forms First Ministerial Parents Council to Drive Education Policy

The UAE Ministry of Education has established the country’s first ministerial Parents Council, a formal body designed to integrate parental feedback directly into national education policy. Sarah Al Amiri, Minister of Education, confirmed the council will serve as a bridge between the ministry and UAE families to improve student outcomes and school environments. Council Structure and Selection The council comprises representatives from across the seven emirates, ensuring a diverse demographic of parents from both public and private school sectors. Members were selected based on their active involvement in school communities and their ability to provide constructive analysis of current educational challenges. The body will meet regularly to discuss curricula, student well-being, and the integration of technology in classrooms. Policy Influence and Objectives Unlike localized school boards, this ministerial council has a mandate to influence federal-level decisions. Key objectives include enhancing the transparency of ministry initiatives and creating a standardized feedback loop for educational reforms. The initiative aims to address specific localized concerns while maintaining a…