Yes. ICESCO develops and publishes reports, research studies, policy papers, and knowledge resources related to education, science, culture, and sustainable development. These publications are available in the Reports, Research, and Publications sections of the website.
The ICESCO Regional Office is in University City, Sharjah, United Arab Emirates, within one of the region’s leading hubs for education, research, and cultural institutions.
The ICESCO Regional Office in Sharjah serves as the regional representative of the Islamic World Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (ICESCO) in the United Arab Emirates and the Gulf region. The Office supports programs, initiatives, and partnerships that promote education, science, culture, and sustainable development across the Islamic world.
Information about upcoming events, programs, and initiatives is available in the Events section of the website. Participants can register through the event pages or contact the Office for additional information.
ICESCO (Islamic World Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization) and UNESCO (United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization) are international organizations that both work to promote education, science, culture, and sustainable development. While UNESCO operates globally under the United Nations system, ICESCO focuses on strengthening cooperation among countries of the Islamic world while also building partnerships with international institutions, universities, and cultural organizations worldwide.
You may contact the Office through the online contact form, email, or telephone listed on the Contact Us page. The team will respond to inquiries related to partnerships, events, research collaboration, and institutional cooperation.
Sharjah is widely recognized as a regional centre for culture, education, and knowledge. The ICESCO Regional Office in Sharjah works closely with local and international partners to advance initiatives that support sustainable development, cultural dialogue, and knowledge-based societies.
Organizations can explore partnership opportunities through the Partner With Us area in the Join & Engage section, or by contacting the Office via the Contact Us page. The Regional Office collaborates with governments, universities, research centres, cultural institutions, and international partners on initiatives in education, science, culture, and sustainable development.
Students, researchers, and academic institutions are encouraged to explore opportunities for research collaboration, knowledge exchange, and participation in educational and scientific programs organized by ICESCO and its partners.
Yes. The Office regularly hosts and supports conferences, workshops, forums, and knowledge events related to education, science, culture, innovation, and sustainable development in cooperation with regional and international partners.
Yes. ICESCO works with a wide range of regional and international partners, including organizations with similar missions such as UNESCO, academic institutions, research centres, and cultural organizations. These collaborations help advance global dialogue, knowledge exchange, and joint initiatives in education, science, and culture.
To serve as a beacon of civilizational and knowledge-based influence at the international level in the fields of education, science, culture, and communication — promoting knowledge, building partnerships, and supporting sustainable development from Sharjah to the world.
ICESCO is guided by the values of solidarity, innovation, transparency, coexistence, and leadership. The Regional Office in Sharjah strives to embody these values across its programs, partnerships, and community engagement.
Yes. The ICESCO Regional Office in Sharjah provides modern venues and meeting spaces for conferences, cultural events, workshops, and international gatherings. You can explore available spaces and calendars in the Spaces & Events Calendar section of the website.
Yes. ICESCO Sharjah welcomes applications and expressions of interest for careers and internships that support education, science, culture, and international cooperation. Current opportunities and guidance are available on the Careers & Internships page, or you may contact the Office for more information.
Yes. Volunteers can support initiatives that promote education, cultural exchange, and community engagement in Sharjah and beyond. Visit the Join & Engage section or Contact Us page to learn how to get involved.
The ICESCO Regional Office in Sharjah operates Monday to Thursday, from 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM (UAE time). For urgent inquiries outside these hours, please use the Contact Us form and the team will respond during working days.
Eligibility depends on each event. Many programs welcome students, researchers, professionals, partner institutions, and the wider public. Please check the individual event page for audience details, registration requirements, and any eligibility criteria.
News and press releases are published in the News & Press Releases section. Photos, videos, and related media from programs and events are available in the Multimedia Gallery under Media & Resources.
Certified Innovative Organization (CInOrg) is among the certifications and standards-related resources highlighted by ICESCO Sharjah. Related certificates and publications can be explored in the Reports & Publications section and on the Overview page.
The Office is based in Sharjah and represents ICESCO in the United Arab Emirates and the Gulf region, while also supporting broader cooperation across the Arab and Islamic world through partnerships, programs, and knowledge exchange.
Media representatives are welcome to reach the Office through the Contact Us page for press inquiries, interviews, and institutional information. Please include your outlet, deadline, and topic so the team can assist promptly.
Follow upcoming events and announcements on this website, explore the News & Press Releases section, and connect with ICESCO Sharjah on Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn for updates, event highlights, and community news.