Discipline
The commitment to show up, give your best and grow every day.
National readiness, seen up close.
Participants meet Ministry of Defence units and discover their capabilities.
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THE BELADI PROGRAMME
The future beginswith you.
A new generation. A shared purpose. A commitment to the nation.
01Discipline02Capability03Readiness
THE PROGRAMME
Your potential.Our nation’s future.
An 11-month National Service pathway that develops Emirati talent through leadership, specialist learning and practical experience.
Discover your abilities. Build your confidence. Prepare to take responsibility.
11Months
An impact beyond the programme.
Capability
The knowledge, skills and confidence to meet the challenge.
Readiness
The purpose to turn everything you learn into service.
UNITED ARAB EMIRATES
Our leadership
The late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan
Founding Father of the United Arab Emirates
His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan
President of the United Arab Emirates and Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum
Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai
THE JOURNEY
Discover whatyou can become.
A journey of learning, responsibility and shared achievement.
01Discover your strengths
Psychological, physical and cognitive evaluations, interviews and field assessments help identify each candidate’s capabilities.
02Develop through experience
Build discipline, teamwork and responsibility while developing practical and leadership skills.
03Learn from those who lead
Learn with experienced leaders and instructors from the UAE Armed Forces.
04Carry your purpose forward
A lasting connection to national service, supporting a qualified operational reserve.
LIFE AT BELADI
Shared experiences.Lasting bonds.
Inside the programme, in the field and together as a team.
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The latest from Beladi
A new chapter begins.
Beladi participants arrive for training, beginning a shared journey of service and development.
Read storyYOUR QUESTIONS
Get to know Beladi.
What is the Beladi programme?
Beladi invests in young Emiratis, helping them develop the knowledge, character and abilities to serve their country.
How long is the programme?
The programme runs for 11 months within the National Service pathway.
Where can I find the latest updates?
Follow the programme’s official Instagram account for announcements and stories from the field.
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