Dubai police launch awareness workshop
DUBAI: The Awareness and Rehabilitation Section at the International Hemaya Centre of the General Department of Anti-narcotics at Dubai Police joined forces with the Islamic Affairs and Charitable Activities Department in Dubai and the General Department of Community Happiness at Dubai Police to deliver informative workshops for fasting individuals.
These workshops focused on drug-related issues, associated risks, and reporting procedures.
The workshops were held at various Ramadan Itar tents, including the Rashid Bin Mohammed Masjid tent in Al Hudaiba area, the Al Shuhada Masjid tent in Al Muhaisnah area, and Masjid Al Rwashed tent in Al Ttay area.
The target audience for these workshops was over 2000 people.
Colonel Dr Abdulrahman Sharaf Al Maamari, Director of the International Hemaya centre, emphasised that the workshops are part of the ongoing collaborative efforts and coordination between Dubai’s Islamic Affairs and Charitable Activities Department.
He further highlighted that these workshops, conducted during the Holy Month of Ramadan, aim to reinforce values of compassion, unity, and mutual support.
He emphasised that the workshops provide an ideal plaform to raise awareness among labour communities, delivering informative messages in both English and Urdu languages.
Colonel Al Maamari indicated the workshops cover security and awareness guidelines regarding the dangers of drugs and their social, security, and behavioural impacts, as well as Article 89 of the UAE Anti-narcotics Law.
“These workshops emphasise the importance of open communication channels to foster trust between the police and the community, including the 901 call centre,” he concluded.
Meanwhile, First Lieutenant Saif Mohammed Al Khor, Acting Head of the Awareness and Rehabilitation Section, emphasised that the Section operates in alignment with Dubai Police’s strategy, which aims to promote a culture of security among all citizens and residents of Dubai.
He highlighted that the Section collaborates with partners to organise field visits and deliver informative workshops and lectures, addressing the harmful effects of drugs and their psychological and social impact on individuals and society.
First Lieutenant Al Khor added, “These initiatives target labour communities, recognising their significance due to their diverse cultures and languages.”