Arab fashion council and fad dubai institute announce aed 1.3m scholarship fund to empower the next generation of creatives

Empowering 100 emerging creatives to shape the future of fashion and luxury globally

Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 11 June 2026: The Arab Fashion Council (AFC), in collaboration with FAD Dubai , the region’s fashion and luxury education institution, jointly unveil the FAD x AFC Scholarship Fund, a AED 1.3 million initiative designed to support and empower the next generation of creative talent globally.  

At the core of the initiative are 100 fully funded scholarships aimed at equipping emerging creatives with the skills, industry exposure, and practical experience required to thrive within Dubai’s rapidly evolving fashion and luxury sectors.  

Supporting UAE residents, individuals across the Middle East affected by the regional situation, and international talent, the programme advances accessibility, inclusion, and creative industry growth. Through education and industry-focused learning, it develops future-ready talent and strengthens the city’s fashion and luxury ecosystem. 

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