Ali bin Mana bin Mifreh Al Ahbabi United Arab Emirates

Ali bin Mana Al Ahbabi, born in Al Ain in 1930, is well-known for his passion for education and extensive support of national initiatives.

In 2008, Al Ahbabi received the “Ideal Parent” award from the Education and Knowledge Department, formerly known as Al Ain Educational Zone. He also chaired the Parents Council at Zayed Secondary School in Al Ain for nearly 10 years.

Always keen to play a major role in building an educated society capable of serving this country, in 2006 Al Ahbabi established the Ibn Battuta International Training Center dedicated to human resources and corporate development. In 2016, this center allocated 150 places dedicated to people of determination. In 2017, the center also supported the Year of Giving by providing free sessions each Saturday, and plans to provide educational activities in support of the Year of Zayed

Other volunteer activities include school visits, meetings with students, parents and teachers to support the educational process, and receiving the community in his private majlis at his house.

Al Ahbabi is currently the Honorary President of Ibn Batoota International Center.