Dubai Press Club concludes Economic Content Creators Programme

The Dubai Press Club (DPC) has concluded the Economic Content Creators Programme, a specialised media training initiative supported by the UAE Ministry of Economy.

The programme was aimed at equipping aspiring content creators and emerging media professionals with advanced expertise in reporting on economic trends and developments.

Organised in collaboration with leading media and academic institutions and guided by seasoned experts, the initiative was held as part of the first phase of the Dubai Content Creators Programme, launched by the Dubai Press Club in November 2024. It underscores DPC’s commitment to advancing regional media capabilities and improving the quality of digital content.

Abdullah bin Touq Al Marri, Minister of Economy, reaffirmed the Ministry’s commitment to supporting initiatives that nurture human capital and enhance efficiency in line with the leadership’s vision to advance the media and economic sectors.

He highlighted the Economic Content Creators Programme as a model of collaboration between government entities and the media sector aimed at equipping a new generation of media professionals to effectively navigate and communicate global economic trends, thereby contributing to the UAE’s sustainable development objectives.

Bin Touq added, “Empowering young media talent to produce accurate and impactful economic content is vital for bolstering the UAE’s economic growth. This type of content serves as an enabling factor in promoting national strategies to promote economic prosperity. Supporting this programme reflects the Ministry’s commitment to fostering cross-sector collaboration to drive economic development and achieve the objectives of the 'We the UAE 2031' vision, which seeks to position the UAE as a global hub for innovation and the new economy.”

Mona Al Marri, Vice Chairperson and Managing Director of the Dubai Media Council and President of Dubai Press Club, expressed her appreciation to the UAE Ministry of Economy for its exemplary support and invaluable contributions to the programme.

She highlighted the Ministry’s role in providing a wealth of information that greatly enhanced the programme, enabling participants to create high-quality economic content that meets the highest standards.

She said, “At Dubai Press Club, we are committed to equipping young media talent with the tools and knowledge needed to produce impactful, high-quality content that reflects Dubai’s position as a global leader in media innovation. In today’s digital era, economic content plays a vital role in analysing economic trends, uncovering opportunities, and shaping a more informed society. The Dubai Press Club chose to begin the Dubai Content Creators Programme with a focus on economic content, recognising its importance as a key driver of community development and economic growth.”

Maryam Al Mulla, Acting Director of Dubai Press Club, said, “Leveraging the expertise of its esteemed experts, the UAE Ministry of Economy conducted a series of highly impactful lectures spanning nearly a month. These sessions offered participants valuable insights into critical economic concepts, the key drivers shaping the global economy, and practical guidance on mastering the interpretation and presentation of economic data, statistics, and terminology.”

Mahfoudha Abdullah, Specialist, Media Talent Development at Dubai Press Club, explained that the Dubai Content Creators Programme features multiple phases covering a variety of fields, including culture, sports, and community. Each phase aims to equip participants with specialised knowledge and practical tools to enhance their ability to create impactful content tailored to the needs of diverse audiences.

Participants commended DPC’s efforts to foster excellence in the media sector, highlighting its pivotal role in empowering media professionals through a range of initiatives over the past two decades.