The Ajman Department of Tourism Development (ADTD), in cooperation with the Ministry of Community Development, is organising an innovative sustainability workshop from February 9-10 for People of Determination called ‘Let's Recycle It’ which highlights an innovative way to transform used papers into accessories.

The workshop, where a group of students from People of Determination will present their work, will take place on February 10 from 4 am to 6 pm at the Fairmont Ajman.

The workshop is a part of ADTD’s pioneering projects, initiatives throughout February in line with “UAE Innovates 2024”, a one-of-its-kind event which celebrates innovation, innovators, and creative ideas.

In line with this, the creative art of carpets workshop is set to host the Bahraini artist Hamd Hardan who has invented a new way of drawing on carpets at Ajman Museum on February 9 from 5 to 7 pm.

The activities also include ‘drawing on stones’ workshop that teaches an innovative method to utilise the existing natural resources. It will be held at the Masfout Museum on February 19 from 4 to 6 pm.

A tourism innovation retreat will be held in Al Zorah with the participation of ADTD employees to discuss the future of innovation in the tourism sector and design scenarios, in addition to many interactive workshops at Marsa Ajman on February 10, 11, 17, 18, 24 and 25 from 5 to 8 pm, including a special workshop to teach an innovative method of drawing on sand and grains of rice.

Mahmood Khaleel Alhashmi, Director General of the Ajman Department of Tourism Development, said: “The UAE Innovates represents a significant platform to bolster the country's initiatives in fostering an innovative environment.

“These events aim to inspire the department's employees, strategic partners, and the local community to attain further accomplishments.” 

The Ajman Department of Tourism Development has curated a diverse array of projects, workshops, and initiatives for the year. Among them is the establishment of a startup theatre at Marsa Ajman, unveiling an innovative digital system designed for internal auditing of local influences.

Additionally, a digital tourism data map will be introduced to showcase hotel establishments and tourist attractions, emphasising a commitment to enhancing customer service quality. Utilising modern technology and artificial intelligence, creative tourism promotional stories for the emirate will be presented, aligning seamlessly with the preferences of perceptive tourists.

The Ajman Department of Tourism Development is also launching the Tourism Innovation Award in Ajman in February for university students that involves the selection of the best innovative student project to overcome tourism sector challenges in Ajman and the winners will be announced next June.

These initiatives, ADTD said, represent the emirate's dedication to fostering a sustainable and appealing environment, emphasising the encouragement of active engagement from the local community and partners. – TradeArabia News Service