Ambassador Programme
The Ambassadors programme is a vital initiative to increase awareness among Abu Dhabi’s young generations of the history, traditions and culture of the Emirate dating back to the time when Qasr Al Hosn became the first permanent structure in Abu Dhabi.
Over 250 students will be on-site during the festival days to ensure visitors gain the maximum experience during their visit. This will also be a real-life learning experience for students themselves as they enhance their communication and visitor service skills while they prepare to become Qasr Al Hosn Ambassadors.
As Ambassadors, students interact with the audience and introduce them to the festival’s public programme which includes an array of workshops, cultural activities and interactive learning experiences, as well as performing arts programmes including music, story-telling and poetry.
The Ambassadors support the curators, artisans and experts in running the workshops and activities, providing additional guidance and informative details to the visitors. They are present throughout the festival’s themed zones – Desert, Oasis, Marine and Abu Dhabi Island and at the Cultural Foundation – helping with activities including dhow building, palm weaving, sea chanting, falconry, tree climbing, making Gahwa (the traditional Emirati coffee), besides a number of other Emirati-themed activities.