ABU DHABI: Ahmed bin Mohammed Al Jarwan, President of the Global Council for Tolerance and Peace (GCTP), has expressed his appreciation following the United Nations General Assembly’s adoption of the resolution establishing 28th January as the International Day of Peaceful Coexistence. Al Jarwan commended the UN’s move, describing the day as a crucial step in […]
DUBAI: When nine-year-old Adele Shestovskaya was asked where in the world she wanted to visit the most, she had just one answer: Dubai. The Finnish child, who is battling kidney cancer, had long admired the city’s awe-inspiring skyline and sun-soaked beaches on social media. But she had a dream to experience it in person. Her […]
Dubai: UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency, launched its 7th annual Islamic Philanthropy Report, showcasing the growing impact of Zakat and Sadaqah contributions in providing critical relief to refugees and internally displaced persons (IDPs) worldwide. Since its inception in 2017, UNHCR’s Refugee Zakat Fund has delivered life-saving assistance to more than 8.9 million people across 31 […]
Donate Pre-Loved Clothes at Being Human Clothing and Receive a Shopping Voucher DUBAI, United Arab Emirates: Imagine your once-loved shirt, now sitting unused in your wardrobe, finding a new home where it brings warmth to someone in need at being human. The fashion industry produces over 100 billion garments annually, yet nearly 92 million tonnes end […]
LONDON: A delegation from the UAE visited young Emirati patients at Great Ormond Street Hospital (GOSH) in London, bringing smiles and Ramadan gifts to children undergoing treatment. The visit, led by Dr. Maha Barakat, Assistant Minister of Medical Affairs and Life Sciences at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, aimed to uplift the spirits of the […]
DUBAI: The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) is marking Ramadan with 20 community-driven initiatives, bringing together employees, volunteers, and residents to support people in need. These events, taking place at RTA headquarters, metro stations, and marine transport hubs, reflect Dubai’s spirit of compassion and unity during the holy month. Five major external initiatives will roll […]
Under Emiratisation, 12 Emirati People of Determination recruited into various roles in Dubai schools Dubai: GEMS Education held a special event to officially onboard its 12 newest members of staff, all of whom are Emiratis and People of Determination and who will be taking up diverse teaching and administrative roles across multiple GEMS schools offering […]
Dubai: Dubai Holding, a diversified global investment company with investments in 34 countries, announced the return of Gift It Forward this Ramadan. A philanthropic initiative in partnership with the Community Development Authority (CDA) and DHL Global Forwarding, Gift It Forward unites partners across Dubai’s public and private sectors to transform new inventory items to be donated […]
“For Gaza” campaign in partnership with Palestine’s Tawoon Foundation to support over 20,000 orphaned children, and to provide a lifeline for Gaza’s orphaned children Sharjah: Her Highness Sheikha Jawaher bint Mohammed Al Qasimi, wife of His Highness the Ruler of Sharjah and Chairperson of The Big Heart Foundation (TBHF), and UNHCR Eminent Advocate for Refugee […]
ABU DHABI, UAE – In the spirit of Ramadan, the rulers of the UAE have granted pardons to a number of prisoners as part of their annual humanitarian gesture. This act of clemency is a significant tradition, reflecting the UAE’s commitment to compassion, justice, and social harmony during the holy month. The decision, announced by […]
Kannur: In a remarkable tribute to the UAE’s Year of Community, the South Indian state of Kerala hosted the ‘Year of Community Run’, a one-of-a-kind event that further strengthened the deep-rooted ties between India and the UAE. H.E. Abdulla Bin Touq Al Marri, Cabinet Member and UAE Minister of Economy, participated in the run alongside […]
