Suqia invites 100 letters to Zayed

abu dhabi — The UAE Water Aid Foundation (Suqia) has launched its new “100 Letters to Zayed” initiative, to collect 100 messages addressed to the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, to highlight his role in consolidating the principles of charity and humanitarianism in the UAE.

Suqia asked its volunteers and staff from the Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (Dewa), beneficiaries of its projects and community members, to express their affection and gratitude to the late Sheikh Zayed.

Suqia has invited those who wish to participate to send their messages in Arabic or English, typed or hand-written, drawings, voice or video messages, or recorded in sign language. Suqia will compile these messages and publish them in a book titled “Letters to Zayed” by the end of the year.

“Charity and philanthropy have always been key principles in the UAE, which extends its helping hands to all people around the world, alleviating human suffering regardless of race or religion. This stems from Islamic principles, Arab traditions, and the noble values that our Founding Fathers have instilled in the hearts of all Emiratis,” said Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, chairman of the board of trustees of Suqia.

Mohammed Abdulkarim Al Shamsi, acting director of Suqia, noted that the “100 Letters to Zayed” initiative supports the main objectives of the Year of Zayed, which focusses on spreading awareness about Sheikh Zayed, honouring his life, legacy, and his principles.

The “100 Letters to Zayed” is one of the social initiatives and projects launched by Suqia during the Year of Zayed. Suqia’s other initiatives include the 100 Volunteers initiative, the 100 Water Projects initiative; the 100 Water Endowments initiative, and the Suqia Zayed initiative. —

Charity and philanthropy have always been key principles in the UAE.” Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, chairman of the board of trustees of Suqia