‘Erth Dubai’, one of the largest and most inclusive community and cultural initiatives launched by His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Defence, and Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai, has attracted contributions from over 5,000 participants since its inception in February 2025. The submissions capture diverse aspects of the emirate’s history, highlighting personal experiences that reflect Dubai’s values, customs and traditions. The vision of HH Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed provides a clear framework for making the documentation of Dubai’s past a truly national and inclusive mission.”Al Sharid added: “Building on its early success, the ‘Erth Dubai’ initiative continues to expand in line with the vision and guidance of HH Sheikh Hamdan. ‘Erth Dubai’ continues to invite citizens and residents to share personal stories on life in Dubai across different phases of its development through the initiative’s website or new mobile app. One of the most ambitious community documentation efforts of its kind, ‘Erth Dubai’ forms part of strategic initiatives launched by HH Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed to preserve the emirate’s history and cultural legacy, including the development of the Dubai National Archive under the Mohammed Bin Rashid Library.