NEWS
Universal Foundation Awards Four Medical Scholarships for 2026
corporatemaldives.com | August 11, 2026
Universal Foundation has awarded four medical scholarships for 2026, supporting postgraduate training in specialist fields identified as areas of national need.
Universal Foundation Expands Hospitality Training with New Student Cohorts
corporatemaldives.com | July 13, 2026
Universal Foundation has expanded its tourism workforce development program with the launch of two new hospitality and culinary cohorts, alongside the graduation of students who completed the previous training cycle.
Universal Foundation, Dharivaru Media launch Dhivehi book writing competition
hoteliermaldives.com | May 25, 2026
Universal Foundation and Dharivaru Media have partnered to launch “Foiytheri Fathis”, a book writing competition aimed at encouraging students to create Dhivehi-language content relevant to younger generations.
Universal Foundation, Tiny Hearts of Maldives launch nationwide cardiac rehabilitation programme
hoteliermaldives.com | May 19, 2026
Universal Foundation and Tiny Hearts of Maldives have officially partnered to implement a nationwide Community-Based Cardiac Rehabilitation (CBCR) Program aimed at improving heart health awareness and prevention across the Maldives.
Universal Foundation partners with Moms Aid to support housing initiative
hoteliermaldives.com | May 10, 2026
Universal Foundation has formalised a partnership with Moms Aid, signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), reinforcing its commitment to community development and social empowerment.
Universal Foundation and Maldives Red Crescent Renew Longstanding Partnership with MOU Signing
corporatemaldives.com | April 27, 2026
Under the renewed agreement, Universal Foundation will continue supporting MRC as a Gold Tier sponsor, helping sustain and expand its humanitarian initiatives across the Maldives.
Universal Foundation leads Hulhumalé beach cleanup initiative for World Cleanup Day
hoteliermaldives.com | September 21, 2024
The Universal Foundation organized a large-scale community clean-up event at Hulhumalé Beach on September 20th in honor of World Cleanup Day 2024.
Three doctors to specialise with Universal Foundation's scholarship
edition.mv/ | October 24, 2024
Universal Enterprises, one of Maldives’ leading tourism companies, announced today that it will sponsor three doctors for advanced training in various medical specialties and awarded the scholarships to the recipients.
Universal Foundation and launches 5th Batch of ‘Discover Hospitality’ Programme
hoteliermaldives.com/ | August 16, 2023
Universal Foundation and Villa College have marked a significant milestone with the successful conclusion of the fourth batch of the Discover Hospitality programme, followed by the commencement of the fifth batch..
Universal Foundation and Villa College Conduct 4th Batch of ‘Discover Hospitality’ Programme
traveltrademaldives.com | October 16, 2022
Universal Foundation and Villa College have awarded certificates of internship to students of the “Discover Hospitality” programme…
Villa's "Discover Hospitality" commencing
avas.mv | January 20, 2020
This programme is implemented under the CSR of Universal Foundation. The agreement for this year was signed by Villa College and Universal on Sunday..
Universal Foundation in partnership with Villa College once again launches ‘Discover Hospitality’ programme
theislandchief.com | January 20, 2020
Universal Foundation has once again teamed up with Villa College to launch a new bath of its Discover Hospitality programme..
Over 20 complete Universal’s Discover Hospitality training programme
maldives.net.mv | June 29, 2019
Second batch of students has graduated from Universal Foundation’s Discover Hospitality programme..
Over 20 complete Universal’s Discover Hospitality training programme
corporatemaldives.com | June 29, 2019
Villa College in partnership with Universal Foundation has inaugurated the ‘Discover Hospitality’ program’s third batch..
Universal Foundation, Villa College inaugurate new hospitality course
edition.mv | 20 August, 2017
Universal Foundation in association with Villa College commenced a short course on hospitality aimed for the Maldivian youth..
Over 20 complete Universal’s Discover Hospitality training programme
raajje.mv | February 27, 2017
Universal Foundation has decided to help and support Tiny Hearts of Maldives. Both parties signed an agreement on Sunday, to partner up for a one-year period…
Our Mission
The Universal Foundation works directly and in partnership with both private and public organisations to sustain and develop programs which will enhance the channels through which Maldivians can expand their opportunities.
Our Mission will be to support and foster a wider community to connect through our mutual aspirations to alleviate the challenges faced in fundamental matters relating to education, health and community care.


