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for Coexistence and Dialogue

Manara Center

Manara Center is committed to promoting coexistence and combating intolerance worldwide

for Coexistence and Dialogue

Manara Center

Manara Center is dedicated to organizing student exchanges and conferences with educational institutions in the region, as well as developing educational materials aimed at fostering acceptance

ABOUT MANARA

Our Center: A Collaborative Vision for Change: The center was established in March 2023 as a collaborative initiative between the United Arab Emirates and the United States of America.
Inspiration Behind Our Mission: The center’s mission draws its inspiration from the word "Manara," which translates to "source of light" in Arabic.
Our Goals: Promoting Peace and Social Inclusion: Our primary objective is to promote values of coexistence, peace, and social inclusion in the region.

MANARA YOUTH COEXISTENCE INITIATIVEThe Manara Youth Coexistence Initiative empowers young people from diverse backgrounds to lead efforts in promoting coexistence, tolerance, and mutual understanding. Through research, educational media campaigns, and community partnerships, it fosters global youth engagement, creating a network committed to building a more inclusive and peaceful world

Lights of Coexistence

Bridges of Coexistence

Allies of Coexistence

Media Center

Abu Dhabi ,The United Arab Emirates – 14/3/2023

On March 14 th, 2023 The UAE today announced the formation of the Manara Centre, the regional centre for coexistence. Based in Abu Dhabi and

Abu Dhabi ,The United Arab Emirates – 28/5/2024

On May 28 th, 2024 The Manara Regional Center for Coexistence, led by Executive Director Bakhita Al Rumeithi, formalized a Memorandum of Understanding with Prof.

Marrakech, Morocco – 14/6/2023

On June 14 th 2023 As part of the Inter-Parliamentary Conference on Interfaith Dialogue in Marrakech, Morocco, the Manara Center for Coexistence and Dialogue hosted

H.E. Dr. Ali Rashed Al Nuaimi – Chairman

The Manara Center is chaired by His Excellency Dr. Ali Rashed Al Nuaimi, a leading international expert in combating extremism and promoting acceptance. Dr. Al Nuaimi is a member of the UAE Federal National Council and serves as the Chairman of the Defense Affairs, Interior & Foreign Affairs Committee at the Council. With over 30 years of experience in education and anti-extremism, he plays a key role in fostering coexistence and dialogue both within the UAE and internationally. He has been a pioneer in educational reform and policy in the UAE, having served as the Chancellor of the United Arab Emirates University (UAEU) and the Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Department of Education and Knowledge (ADEK), as well as a Member of the Executive Council of the Government of Abu Dhabi. Dr. Al Nuaimi is also the first Chairman of the International Steering Board of Hedayah, the International Center of Excellence for Countering Violent Extremism, based in Abu Dhabi. He founded and currently chairs the World Council of Muslim Communities. Dr. Al Nuaimi has authored several notable books, including: The National State: Imagining A World Without Narrow Nation States and Diversity and Coexistence: Fostering Acceptance in a Diverse and Open Society.

Our Pillars

Pillar 1, Research

Conduct a research audit on the state of tolerance, mutual respect, and their trends on social media.

Pillar 2, Education

Create a repository of best practice guides for pro-coexistence and pro-tolerance, along with original video content.

Pillar 3, People-to-People Partnerships

Create dynamic campaigns, products, and tools to promote mutual respect and foster people-to-people partnerships.

Pillar 4, Dialogue

Facilitate open and inclusive conversations across cultures and communities to strengthen understanding and promote peacebuilding.