Dubai Culture & Arts Authority (Dubai Culture) recently concluded a Design Thinking workshop, organised in collaboration with the Design Thinking Academy in Amsterdam. The session aimed to refine the leadership skills of Dubai Culture’s team, enhance their capabilities, foster a culture of innovation, and empower them to take on leadership roles within the cultural sector. This initiative is part of the Authority’s ongoing efforts to enrich the emirate’s creative landscape and supports the 10th edition of UAE Innovates 2025, held under the theme ‘The Power of 10 – Where Does Your Strength Lie?’
Held at Swissôtel Al Murooj Dubai, the workshop brought together leaders and employees to encourage future-oriented thinking. Participants applied out-of-the-box problem-solving tools to analyse, develop, and implement new ideas, crafting pioneering ways of serving the needs of local talent and creatives. The event also sought to inspire the launch of breakthrough innovations of tangible impact on the Cultural scene in Dubai in line with Dubai’s strategic directions.
Guided by experts from Amsterdam’s Design Thinking Academy, the training covered project management strategies tailored to sector-specific initiatives, providing solutions grounded in global best practices. The programme also addressed ways of adapting to transformations in the global cultural and creative industries, helping participants anticipate emerging trends. Discussions highlighted the importance of integrated methods to enhance the resilience and sustainability of Dubai’s cultural ecosystem, reinforcing the city’s status as a hub for innovation and creativity.
