The proceedings of the “Education in the Service of the Family: From Vision to Impact” conference—hosted by Mohamed bin Zayed University for Humanities (MBZUH) in strategic partnership with the Education Interface platform, under the patronage of His Highness Lieutenant General Sheikh Saif bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior—received widespread digital engagement across social media channels. The strong online response reflected deep institutional dedication to the future of family cohesion amid rapid digital transformation.<br/>
Digital news networks and government authorities highlighted the conference’s strategic role in laying the pedagogical and ethical groundwork to empower parents prior to the launch of the academic exhibition, directly supporting the national declaration of 2026 as the “Year of the Family” in the UAE.<br/>
Ministry of Interior: Security Begins with Family Cohesion and Digital Fortification
The UAE Ministry of Interior actively engaged its digital audience throughout the opening proceedings. The Ministry published an introductory post highlighting the conference’s mission to evaluate the societal implications of emerging technologies
via its official Instagram account.
In two separate posts, the Ministry documented the opening address by Her Excellency Hessa Buhumaid on digital wellbeing and child cyber protection, as well as the panel on cross-sector integration, shared via a video feature on Instagram and a documentary video on Facebook. The coverage reiterated that proactive prevention, psychological support, and early counseling for families form the nation’s primary line of defense.
Abu Dhabi Media Office and Aletihad News Center: Leadership Messages on Generational Cohesion
The Abu Dhabi Media Office covered the forum by publishing excerpts from the keynote address delivered by His Excellency Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, Minister of Tolerance and Coexistence. His Excellency affirmed that the family is an essential cornerstone of national progress and that an effective educational ecosystem actively reinforces domestic upbringing. This coverage was featured via a special report on Facebook and an official exhibition tour video on Facebook.
In parallel, Aletihad News Center broadcast a news report titled “Education in the Service of the Family Conference Outlines the Future of Coming Generations.” The segment emphasized the leading role of these deliberations in identifying practical solutions that assist families in raising youth grounded in core values and national identity, published via a video report on Facebook.
General Authority of Islamic Affairs and Endowments: Harmonizing Digital Knowledge with Identity and Values
The General Authority of Islamic Affairs, Endowments, and Zakat (Awqaf) highlighted the closing address delivered by His Excellency Dr. Omar Habtoor Al Darei, Chairman of the Authority, sharing a video recording where he stressed that authentic knowledge preserves moral convictions and reinforces domestic stability:<br/>
“In his address at the ‘Education in the Service of the Family’ conference, Awqaf Chairman affirms the harmony of knowledge with national identity and community values.”
—View the post by the General Authority of Islamic Affairs on Facebook
Academic Insights from Mohamed bin Zayed University for Humanities
Official accounts of Mohamed bin Zayed University for Humanities captured the research depth of the conference proceedings. The university published a comprehensive overview summarizing key recommendations and the 11 scientific working papers presented by researchers, aimed at equipping parents to navigate artificial intelligence, shared via an academic brief on Facebook.
Additionally, the Abu Dhabi Media Office highlighted remarks by Dr. Najla Al Naqbi, Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs at MBZUH, in which she addressed the conference’s role in deepening the operational link between the home and the classroom through applied digital parenting research.<br/>
This comprehensive digital coverage demonstrates that the outcomes of the Education in the Service of the Family Conference in Abu Dhabi 2026 established an impactful benchmark for collaboration among security, academic, and civic institutions—safeguarding the family unit and preparing an intellectually and ethically grounded generation capable of leading the nation’s future.
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