In brief
On November 3, 2026, the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque Centre hosted a Flag Day ceremony with 45 students from Al Falah Academy and mosque staff. The event included flag‑raising, a cultural tour of the mosque’s landmarks, and a speech by Director General Dr. Yousif Al Obaidli that highlighted the UAE flag’s symbolism of unity and national identity. The ceremony is part of the Centre’s Jusoor programme, aimed at strengthening ties with educational institutions and fostering patriotism among younger generations.
On November 3, 2026, the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque Centre in Abu Dhabi organized a Flag Day ceremony that saw mosque employees and 45 students from Al Falah Academy gather to raise the United Arab Emirates flag, WAM reported.
The event, held on the mosque’s courtyard, included a flag‑raising followed by a cultural tour led by the Centre’s specialists. Visitors learned about the mosque’s landmarks and the authentic Emirati values reflected in its architecture, while the flag’s meaning as a symbol of national unity was emphasized.
Attendance comprised Centre staff and 45 Al Falah Academy pupils, along with their administrative and teaching personnel. The gathering is part of the Centre’s Jusoor programme, which aims to strengthen partnerships with schools and introduce students to the mosque’s religious, cultural, and civic messages.
Dr. Yousif Al Obaidli, Director General of the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque Centre, said in a speech:
The flag of the United Arab Emirates symbolises a union whose foundations were laid by the Founding Father, the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, may God rest his soul, and his brothers, the Founding Fathers, and stands as a testament to the journey of a nation that continues to achieve success under its wise leadership. On Flag Day, we renew our pride in this legacy and our pledge to keep working and giving, to preserve the gains of the Union, and to contribute to the progress and prosperity of our country.
During the ceremony, staff from the Sheikh Khalifa Grand Mosque in Al Ain and the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque in Fujairah also raised the UAE flag, symbolizing the nationwide participation in Flag Day. The event was highlighted by WAM as a reaffirmation of national identity and pride among the younger generation.
