Dubai, 23 March 2009 - Eton Institute, Dubai's leading institute of languages today signed a MOU with Dubai Foundation for Women & Children (DFWAC) to offer free language and IT courses as part of its CSR initiative. Staff members and victims taking shelter at DFWAC will benefit from learning a language which will aid their integration in to the society.
Eton Institute is offering Arabic courses to the staff from the foundation and has volunteered to provide courses in English and other languages, IT courses and personal development workshops to the Women and Children taking shelter at the foundation. The charity will also benefit from Eton Institutes strong presence across Dubai in creating awareness for the cause of Women & Children.
Dr. Eli Abi Rached, Managing Director, Eton Institute said: "Dubai Foundation for Women & Children is a Humanitarian initiative that corresponds to our values very well. Our instructors are in particular enthused and have come forward to volunteer their time for the benefit of the less fortunate women and children taking shelter at the foundation."
Afra Al Basti, CEO, Dubai Foundation said: " We are pleased with Eton Institute's proposal that benefits our staff and victims . This humanitarian initiative serves our aim to empower women and children by offering them training courses and personal development sessions. We believe that by educating people, we can prevent the spread of violence."
Eton Institute offers a variety of courses for everyone, apart from English and Arabic language courses it also offers courses in 17 other languages at the institute, online courses in 31 languages, Kids language activities in English, Arabic, French, Spanish, German and Italian, IT courses, TESOL/TEFL courses, workshops in corporate training, teacher training, professional development and cultural awareness.
For further details and enquiries please visit www.eton.ac or call toll free 800-eton (800-3866). You may also visit the institute at Dubai Knowledge Village, Block 3 and talk to one of the advisors.
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About Eton Institute of Languages
Eton Institute, Dubai's leading institute of languages offers over 17 languages at the institute and online courses in 31 languages for Individuals and Businesses. Eton Kids courses are popular between the age group of 4 - 7 years and are conducted in an interactive setting with experienced animators where kids learn a language with their favourite cartoon character.
Strategically located at Dubai Knowledge Village, the institute also offers free Arabic courses and Cultural Workshops to introduce the Arabic language and culture to expats. Other areas include Teaching Diplomas & Certificates in TESOL / Montessori, IT Courses, and Workshops in Teacher Training, Professional Development and Cultural Awareness programmes.
About Dubai Foundation for Women & Children
Dubai Foundation for Women and Children (DFWAC) is the first licensed non-profit shelter in the UAE for women and children victims of domestic violence, child abuse, and trafficking. It was established in July 2007 by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, to offer victims immediate protection and support services in accordance with international human rights obligations.
For more information, contact Dubai Foundation for Women and Children on:
Tel: 04-6060300
Fax: 04-2871221
For additional information please contact
Moaz Khan
Marketing Manager
Eton Institute of Languages
Ph: +971 4 3658483
moaz@eton.ac
www.eton.ac
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