Sheikh Mohammed praises society’s community service
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, on Tuesday honoured the winners of the “Dubai Appreciation Award for Community Service” at a ceremony held at Zabeel Palace.
The ceremony was atended by Sheikh Hamdan Bin Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of Dubai Executive Council, and Sheikh Maktoum Bin Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Deputy Ruler of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance.
Praising the inspiring ideas and initiatives implemented by participating companies as part of their corporate social responsibility (CSR) programmes, Sheikh Mohammed said Emirati society places a high value on charity and giving back to the community.
Sheikh Mohammed praised the contributions of all those who were honoured at the ceremony, describing them as inspiring role models for service to the community. Apart from bringing positive benefits to society, Sheikh Mohammed said such initiatives enhance social solidarity and inspire others to volunteer to serve the community.
In the individual category, Sheikh Mohammed honoured Mohammed Juma Al Naboodah and the family of the late Obaid Al Hallo (award received by his grandson) with the “Community Service Necklace”.
Other individuals honoured at the event included Mohammed Saeed Al Ghaith, and the late Al Sheikh Mohammed Noor Saif Al Muhairi (award received by his grandson), who were awarded the ‘Community Service Scarf’.
Sheikh Mohammed also awarded the “Community Service Badge” to the late Mohammed Abdullah Al Qaz (award was received by his son), and Abdulsalam Mohamed Rafea. In the corporate category, His Highness honoured Majid Al Futaim Group, and Abdulwahid Al Rostamani Group with the “Community Service Medal”.
The ceremony was also atended by Sheikh Ahmed Bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman of Dubai Civil Aviation Authority, Chairman of Dubai Airports and Chairman and Chief Executive of Emirates Airline and Group; Sheikh Ahmed Bin Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairman of the Dubai Media Council; and Sheikh Mansoor Bin Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairman of Dubai Sports Council. Lieutenant General Dhahi Khalfan, Chairman of the Dubai Award for Community Service, expressed his appreciation to His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid for honouring the awardees at the ceremony and his keenness to recognise the efforts of Emiratis serving the community.
The Dubai Appreciation Award for Community Service, launched in 2013, honours individuals, private companies and institutions who demonstrate exceptional commitment to social responsibility and serve the community through initiatives and actions in the areas of social welfare, health, education and other fields in Dubai, without regard for profit or personal gain.
DEVELOPMENT IS A CONTINUOUS PROCESS AIMED AT ACHIEVING NATION’S ASPIRATIONS: His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, on Tuesday met with a number of local dignitaries, heads of Dubai Government entities and businessmen at his Majlis in the Zabeel Palace in Dubai.
The meeting was held in the presence of Sheikh Hamdan Bin Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of Dubai Executive Council, and Sheikh Maktoum Bin Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Deputy Ruler of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance.
During the meeting, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed said that development is a continuous process aimed at achieving the nation’s goals and aspirations. He highlighted the importance of partnerships between the public and private sectors to help realise the vision of the UAE and Dubai and accelerate the country’s development.
The meeting also discussed efforts to further improve government services and enhance the business-friendly legislative framework, which is vital to consolidate Dubai’s status as a preferred investment destination.
Sheikh Mohammed expressed his appreciation for the efforts undertaken by various stakeholders to accelerate the UAE’S development journey and meet the needs of the community. “Productive partnerships between the public and private sectors over the last five decades have enabled the UAE to make significant achievements in various spheres and earn global recognition,” Sheikh Mohammed said.
Sheikh Mohammed has said Emir at i societ y places a high value on char it y and giving back t o t he community