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Press Release

FDF and EAWE collaboration paves way for culture of community participation

Abu Dhabi, October 11, 2024: The Family Development Foundation (FDF) signed a memorandum

of understanding (MoU) with the Emirates Association for Women Entrepreneurs (EAWE) to support

and promote a culture of active participation in the areas of community action among new generations.
It further seeks to highlight the concepts and culture of community services .

The agreement is in line with the Foundation’s constant efforts, in collaboration with EAWE, to ensure
development and prosperity in the country by sharing experiences and leveraging the opportunities

that both parties offer in areas of shared interest. Additionally, the MoU highlights the relevance of

creating opportunities for collaboration and achieving goals, as well as forming a strategic partnership
that will improve work efficiency and ensure cooperation .

H.E. Mariam Mohammed Al Rumaithi, Director General of FDF and Dr. Shafeeqa Al Ameri,

Chairwoman of EAWE, signed the agreement at the Foundation’s Rabdan Center .

H.E. Al Rumaith expressed her confidence on the partnership with the Association, emphasising

worthwhile opportunities it can offer, further mirroring the vision and guidance of H.H. Sheikha
Fatima bint Mubarak, Chairwoman of the General Women’s Union (GWU), Chairwoman of the

Supreme Council for Motherhood and Childhood, and Supreme Chairwoman of FDF and the ‘Mother
of the Nation.’ The agreement aims to provide all aspects of social, health, psychological and

recreational care to diverse segments of the society by implementing various programs, events, and

awareness-raising campaigns. This collaboration has the potential to deliver positive outcomes in the
areas of family stability, community cohesion and sustainable development.

In addition, H.E. stated that the Foundation aims to forge partnerships that will help attain family
stability as well as ensure integration with sector functions and compliance with regulations set forth

by the Abu Dhabi government. The goal is to achieve social development that ensures a decent life for
all members of society through programs aimed at promoting family stability, child development,

providing a dignified life for senior citizens, women empowerment and diverse opportunities for youth