Mohammed Bin Hamad Leadership Development Program Hosts Insightful Session With Lt. General Mohammed Al Marri

The Mohammed bin Hamad Leadership Development Program recently hosted a leadership session under its "Session with a Leader" initiative. Lt. General Mohammed Ahmed Al Marri, Director-General of the General Directorate of Identity and Foreigners Affairs – Dubai (GDRFA Dubai), led the session. He shared insights from his career, focusing on key milestones that influenced his approach to institutional work.

Lt. General Al Marri highlighted the importance of foresight in developing systems and services during the session at GDRFA Dubai headquarters. He discussed his leadership journey, emphasising team effectiveness and decision-making. Institutional values and innovation were also noted as crucial for enhancing government performance and achieving excellence.

Dr. Ali bin Naye’ Al Teneiji, Director of the Mohammed bin Hamad Al Sharqi Council, praised Lt. General Al Marri's leadership insights. He stated that these sessions are vital for enriching participants' knowledge by bridging theory and practice. The program aims to foster direct engagement between participants and national leaders to transfer practical experience.

Dr. Ali bin Sebaa Al Marri, Executive President of the Mohammed bin Rashid School of Government, remarked on the role of specialised leadership programs in equipping the government sector with skilled national talent. He emphasised their mission to enhance government excellence through leadership skills development for a more advanced future.

Lt. General Al Marri stressed that investing in young leaders is essential for government development. He noted that institutional success starts with teams having a clear vision, strong values, and effective decision-making abilities. Supporting leadership programs reflects the UAE's commitment to empowering national talent for future projects.

Participants appreciated the session's valuable insights into effective leadership and institutional work. They found it enriched their learning journey and deepened their understanding of strategic project management. This aligns with the program’s goal to prepare youth capable of leading transformational projects in line with UAE's vision.

Dr. Ali bin Sebaa Al Marri added, "We take pride in our partnership with the Mohammed bin Hamad Leadership Development Program to deliver an executive educational program that prepares leaders capable of addressing future challenges, through an innovative training methodology that reflects the highest academic and professional standards."

The session underscored the significance of preparing leaders who can address future challenges through innovative training methods meeting high academic standards. Direct interaction with experienced leaders provides participants with 'living knowledge,' shaping them into positive change-makers aligned with UAE’s ambitious vision.

Lt. General Al Marri expressed pride in sharing experiences with youth, viewing them as foundational to institutional development and transformation efforts. "Supporting leadership development programs reflects the UAE’s commitment to empowering national talent and strengthening their readiness to lead future projects," he said.

The gathering at GDRFA Dubai headquarters included Dr. Ali bin Naye’ Al Teneiji and Dr. Ali bin Sebaa Al Marri among others, reflecting a commitment to fostering direct engagement between participants and prominent national leaders for practical experience transfer.

With inputs from WAM