Muscat: In a pioneering step to strengthen national identity and preserve cultural heritage, the Children’s Cultural Center, under the Ministry of Culture, Sports, and Youth, is launching a series of innovative projects aimed at children and youth. These initiatives seek to reinforce Omani cultural identity, foster social cohesion, and promote innovation and creativity by integrating Omani heritage into education-aligning with a vision that balances heritage preservation with modern-day demands.
According to Oman News Agency, Salwa Saif Al Rashidi, Director of the Children’s Cultural Center, stated that in line with the Center’s mission to instill Omani cultural identity and raise youth awareness of their heritage, it continues to introduce interactive digital projects that blend tradition with innovation. These initiatives utilize virtual reality, artificial intelligence, and gaming applications-engaging and contemporary tools to connect younger generations with their cultural roots.
She emphasized that th
ese projects go beyond visual appeal or technological entertainment, aiming instead to build a lasting emotional and intellectual bond between children and their cultural identity. By presenting Omani heritage as a dynamic, interactive experience, the Center seeks to instill authentic Omani values in young minds.
Al Rashidi added that these initiatives also aim to strengthen national belonging and identity while promoting Omani culture globally through rich, multilingual interactive content.
She explained that these projects align closely with Oman Vision 2040 and the national cultural strategy-particularly in fostering a creative society, preserving national identity, advancing digital transformation, and promoting innovation-based education. The Center aspires to be a cultural knowledge platform, empowering children to actively contribute to shaping their nation’s future.
These initiatives combine enjoyment with learning, embedding core values in youth while introducing them to their historical and cultu
ral roots.