Dubai Culture becomes the world's first government entity to achieve prestigious ISO certification

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Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture) has achieved a major milestone by becoming the first government entity in the world to receive the ISO 56001:2024 certification for its Innovation Management System. This recognition was awarded through LRQA, a leading global certification body. The certification is a testament to Dubai Culture’s commitment to innovation and excellence in the cultural and creative industries.

ISO 56001:2024 is a newly introduced international standard that provides a structured framework for organisations to develop, implement, and enhance their innovation management systems. Dubai Culture's achievement highlights its dedication to adopting global best practices and strengthening its role in shaping Dubai’s dynamic creative landscape. This success aligns with the UAE Innovates 2025 initiative, which aims to promote a culture of innovation across the public sector.

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Dubai Culture earned this prestigious certification by establishing a systematic approach to innovation. The Authority has worked to create an environment that encourages adaptability, problem-solving, and the development of new ideas. By fostering a culture of innovation, Dubai Culture ensures that it can effectively tackle emerging challenges, seize opportunities, and implement meaningful solutions that align with its goals. The certification also reinforces the Authority’s reputation as a global leader in public sector innovation and opens doors for stronger collaborations with partners to drive excellence.

Her Excellency Hala Badri, Director General of Dubai Culture, expressed her pride in this accomplishment. She emphasized the Authority’s dedication to innovation management and improving efficiency, stating: “Achieving this certification, especially during UAE Innovates 2025, reflects Dubai Culture’s hard work in enhancing its competitiveness and empowering its employees. Our focus is on fostering a spirit of creativity within our teams, delivering top-quality services, and optimizing our administrative processes to meet the highest global standards. This certification is an important step forward for Dubai Culture, further strengthening our ability to enrich the local cultural and artistic scene.”

This achievement adds to Dubai Culture’s growing list of international recognitions. In 2024, the Authority secured four additional ISO certifications:

• ISO 22301:2019 for Business Continuity Management Systems
• ISO 31000:2018 for Risk Management
• ISO 37000:2021 for Governance Management Systems
• ISO 44001:2017 for Collaborative Business Relationships Management Systems

These certifications highlight Dubai Culture’s strong preparedness in crisis management, risk mitigation, and governance. Additionally, it became the first global cultural entity to achieve the Collaborative Business Relationships standard, further cementing its leadership in the sector.

Dubai Culture’s latest accomplishment reaffirms its role as a pioneering institution that values innovation, efficiency, and excellence. With this certification, the Authority continues to lead the way in shaping the future of Dubai’s creative and cultural landscape, ensuring a thriving and sustainable ecosystem for artists, innovators, and cultural professionals.

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