To celebrate World Arabic Language Day, we turn to the hands, hearts, and minds of artists, writers, dreamers, and educators.  Will Arabic continue to be the language of science, literature, business, government, and culture?  Our programme brings together the finest minds to inspire a call-to-action and ensure that Arabic continues as the chosen language for over 400 million people.  

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To celebrate World Arabic Language Day, we turn to the hands, hearts, and minds of artists, writers, dreamers, and educators.


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Inside Expo: Sustainability I: The World’s Oldest Innovator

Inside Expo: Sustainability II: Harnessing the Sun

The Powerhouse Pavilions

Terra - The Sustainability Pavilion - Audio Guide

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Terra offers two different, immersive tracks that take visitors either Under the Forest or Under the Ocean in order to learn more about the beauty of the natural world. 

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See the Expo Young Innovators exhibition, which brings to life the creativity of students across the UAE who worked on developing solutions to global challenges.

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At Expo 2020, sustainability is an urgent, attainable reality, and Terra – The Sustainability Pavilion is the proof. Both immersive exhibition space and exemplar of environmental self-sufficiency, Terra is a pioneering piece of architecture that pushes the limits of renewable design.

The pavilion’s 130-metre-wide solar canopy – so vast that you could park 10 city buses head-to-tail atop it – converts sunshine into electricity for the exhibits below. Artfully funnelled natural light and local plant species, together with technologies that can reduce water consumption by 75 per cent, show the way to a sustainable future.


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Inspiring experiential journey through our shared sustainable future

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Two immersive paths to choose from: beneath a forest and beneath an ocean

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LEED Platinum environmental features, including solar power and water recycling

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The Making of Terra - The Sustainability Pavilion

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Interactive Tour: Terra - The Sustainability Pavilion

Terra is a super-sized marvel of forward-thinking design. The pavilion’s technology generates enough energy in a year to power a Nissan Leaf to drive halfway to Mars, while another system captures moisture from the air you breathe and turns it into drinkable water. Enter and take a fantastical journey through the wonders of nature, humanity’s challenges and the promise of our shared future. 


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Terra is home to five thought-provoking art installations from artists around the world, with each piece demonstrating a response to the issue of sustainability.

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Terra Art Installations

Young visitors can explore a fantastical world inspired by Terra's very own octopus, Octavia.

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Octavia's Playground

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Her Excellency Haifa Abu Ghazaleh (L), Assistant Secretary General, League of Arab States and Hanada Haha Thomure (C), Endowed Chair Professor of Arabic Language at Zayed University at the World Arabic Language Day Flagship event at Terra A

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Eman Hylooz (L), Founder of Abjadd, speaks at the World Arabic Language Day Flagship event at Terra Auditorium m24535

Dr Ali Bin Abdallah Moussa, Secretary General, Arabic Language International Council, speaks at the World Arabic Language Day Flagship event at Terra Auditorium m24529

Calligraphy artist Nugamashi (L) speaks at the World Arabic Language Day Flagship event at Terra Auditorium m24538

World Arabic Language Day is celebrated every year on 18 December, coinciding with the day in 1973 that the General Assembly of the United Nations adopted Arabic as the sixth official language of the Organisation. The event highlights the beauty and value of Arabic, to preserve Arabic language heritage and boost the use of Arabic on global political, economic and cultural platforms. Celebrations focus on representing the Arabic language as a symbol of Arab identity, encouraging current and new generations to cherish and cultivate their national heritage. This year’s World Arabic Language Day theme “Arabic Language, a bridge between civilisations” is a call to reaffirm the important role of the Arabic language in connecting people through culture, science, literature and many more domains.

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Knowledge drives our global community to innovate for a better future, be it advances in medicine, sustainability, technology and more. Our planet’s rich diversity brings forward the importance of creating, storing and transferring knowledge which spans across geographies, cultures and generations. 
During this Theme Week, Expo will present and celebrate the knowledge, culture and heritage of all our participating nations, bringing them together under the UAE’s Golden Jubilee theme of Human Solidarity. Topics of discussion will include intangible and tangible heritage, creative industries, and knowledge economies, among other things. 


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How do we harness and challenge our knowledge today to prepare for the future?

Skills Development and Vocational Training

Informal and Traditional Knowledge Systems

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Dubai values education as the key to helping its youngest citizens take charge of the future. Expo 2020’s host city extends that mission across the globe with Dubai Cares, a dynamic philanthropic organisation that helps children in developing countries access quality learning opportunities. At the Dubai Cares Pavilion, learn about the transformative power of education and the unique challenges facing future generations through a series of playful, immersive activities designed to engage the whole family. Sit in a futuristic learning pod, take photos in a comics-inspired exhibit and find out how you can help grow the Dubai Cares movement.

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Knowledge & Learning Week

No one knows the Sustainability Pavilion the way Terra does. She takes young adventurers on a voyage under the forest or under the ocean. Learn about the beauty of nature, humanity's impact on our environment and finally, hope for the future.

Interactive Tour

The sharpest and smartest of the guardians, you definitely don’t want to get on Terra’s bad side – especially when she turns invisible. Fierce and loyal, Terra is highly protective of nature and keeps its deepest secrets.  

Learn about the beauty of nature, humanity's impact on our environment and finally, hope for the future.


Children's Adventure Tour: Sustainability Pavilion with Robot Guardian Terra

The American University of Sharjah (AUS) is celebrating its silver jubilee this year and this event focuses on the contributions and accomplishments of notable women who have studied, graduated and worked at this institution. The event features stories from women leaders within the AUS community, including the AUS Chancellor, alumnae, faculty members and guests of honour from within the university's circle of corporate friends.

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A session hosting the chancellor, faculty and alumnae of the American University of Sharjah (AUS). Join via https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_45HgDTUAQIak6y344RIeeg

Inside Expo: The Brave Women

Women's Pavilion - Audio Guide

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Women make tremendous contributions to the world, yet many remain unknown or forgotten. The Women’s Pavilion in collaboration with Cartier at Expo 2020 challenges this imbalance by taking visitors on a journey through the remarkable achievements of women across the globe. Our showcase underscores the principle that “When women thrive, all of humanity thrives”.

The pavilion showcases the exceptional accomplishments of women, world-famous and unknown. Immerse yourself in the triumphs of women through history, discover the journeys women have taken to claim their equality and dive into the stories of the inspirational women shaping our future.


Globe-spanning tour of women’s achievements and ongoing challenges

Multisensory exhibition created by actor/artist Mélanie Laurent and Emirati artists

Majlis-inspired social space for live conversations and events

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Reflecting the UAE’s commitment to women’s empowerment and gender equality, the Women’s Pavilion serves as a catalyst for social transformation, both in Dubai and far beyond. By championing exceptional women, it aims to inspire dialogue, shatter gender misconceptions, and leave a lasting legacy of positive change for women worldwide.

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Celebrating Women Leaders with the American University of Sharjah

Under the title “New Perspectives”, the Women’s World Majlis programme invites you to recognise a fundamental principle: when women thrive, humanity thrives.

The programme highlights the impact women have made on society and shines a light on their often forgotten contributions. By shifting perspectives, we embrace the infinite approaches to a more balanced world.

A common vision for a unique collaboration; sustainable development goals and aspirations for a peaceful and prosperous world cannot be achieved without gender equality and women’s empowerment.

Sharing this vision, Expo 2020 Dubai and Cartier celebrate women changemakers around the globe, asserting our conviction that innovative collaboration between the private sector, civil society and committed individuals is the pathway to meaningful change.

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When women thrive, humanity thrives. A common vision for a unique collaboration.

World Arabic Language Day

The Future of the Arabic Language

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Knowledge & Learning Week.

This event is part of the
World Arabic Language Day.

The Future of the Arabic Language

Image Gallery

Knowledge & Learning Week.

This event is part of theWorld Arabic Language Day.

This event is part of the
World Arabic Language Day.