Emirates Airlines supports education in India

India is making reforms in its education system, continuously improving its infrastructure and resources to provide equal opportunities to children across the country. To support their efforts in rolling out access to education for underprivileged children, Emirates assisted the students of Smile Foundation with their schooling by providing 400 practical, stylish backpacks filled with stationery, and learning supplies.

The organisation was carefully selected as it serves local communities by creating a nurturing and inspirational space for disadvantaged youths to continue their education in a safe environment. The institute has a longstanding legacy of supporting youth and a particular focus on education. The initiative reinforces the airline's commitment to 'connecting communities' by building enduring relationships and making meaningful differences in the destinations it serves.

Mohammad Sarhan, vice president Emirates for India, said: “Education is a fundamental right. In line with our support for UN Sustainable Development Goal number 4, focused on quality education, we are dedicated to ensuring that children, regardless of their circumstances, have access to the resources needed to learn and create an equitable future for themselves.”

"We are pleased to partner with Smile Foundation, that has been working for over two decades to ensure underprivileged children have the opportunity to progress, setting them on the path for a brighter, more productive tomorrow. The bags from the Aircrafted KIDS collection will support their mission as they are uniquely made and filled with stationery, books, and hygiene items to assist children in their daily tasks and learning. We are proud to share these bags, which are upcycled from materials from our aircraft. They connect children to Emirates' history while demonstrating a sustainable use of resources."