Hamdan Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Center for Giftedness and Innovation, part of Hamdan Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Foundation for Medical and Educational Sciences, participated in the Annual Meeting of the European Talent Support Network (ETSN) in Ljubljana, Slovenia, from December 5 to 7, 2024. The gathering brought together 25 talent centers from around the world, providing a pivotal platform to exchange expertise, share achievements, and foster international cooperation in nurturing talent.
The event featured panel discussions, presentations on key initiatives, and cultural activities designed to promote knowledge sharing and collaboration. Countries represented included Slovenia, Hungary, the Czech Republic, Croatia, Austria, Lithuania, Greece, Switzerland, Belgium, the Netherlands, Germany, Italy, Spain, Denmark, Ireland, Peru, Turkey, India, and the UAE.
Dr. Mariam Al Ghawi, Director of Hamdan Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Center for Talent and Innovation, emphasized the significance of the center’s participation, stating: “Engaging in the ETSN annual meeting underscores our commitment to developing innovative educational strategies that empower gifted individuals. Such global platforms are invaluable for exchanging ideas, sharing best practices, and exploring new ways to foster excellence and innovation in talent development. At the core of our mission is the empowerment of gifted individuals through equitable and inclusive educational solutions that help them realize their full potential.”
Dr. Al Ghawi further highlighted the strategic importance of global collaboration: “Being part of this prestigious international network enhances our ability to integrate global best practices into our programs, reinforcing our capacity to support gifted individuals sustainably. Strengthening these partnerships enables us to achieve excellence in talent development and aligns with our vision of building a brighter future for gifted generations.”
At the meeting, Hamdan Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Center presented an in-depth overview of its initiatives, emphasizing the early identification of talent, skill enhancement, and a focus on equity and innovation in education. The center’s initiatives received widespread recognition, opening doors for further international partnerships and collaborations.
This participation reflects the center’s enduring commitment to establishing itself as a global leader in talent development. By fostering sustainable and innovative educational solutions, the center is paving the way for excellence in gifted education and preparing the next generation to address the challenges of the future.
