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7/7/25, 10:15 AM FDF hosts dialogue forum to showcase services in Al Khatim | Web Release
In addition, H.E. Mariam Muslim Al Mazrouei, Director of Community Services Division, noted that FDF’s community service centres
significantly contribute towards reinforcing the Foundation’s presence across Abu Dhabi. It plays a key role in reinforcing family cohesion and
empowering diverse segments of society by offering comprehensive services based on the best preventive, developmental and counselling practices.

H.E. Al Mazrouei also explained that these centres provide a comprehensive social environment that addresses the requirements of families across all
stages of life. It plays an active role in embedding values of responsibility and unity while reinforcing national identity and a sense of belonging
through various activities that promote communication and support the social bonds within the community.

Apart from providing services, these centres also serve as open, interactive platforms that foster community participation. H.E. added that these
platforms encourage individuals to share their opinions and suggestions for enhancing programs and services. H.E. Al Mazrouei further highlighted
that FDF’s team closely observe societal changes and constantly update the services to ensure a long-term positive impact and to raise societal
awareness.

An integrated system of services

H.E. Wafa Al Ali, Director of the Family Development Department at FDF, underscored that the Foundation provides an integrated system of
community services and programs designed to meet the needs of families and senior citizens. Driven by its mission to support community members
and improve their quality of life, the system has included preventive, developmental and awareness-raising initiatives focused on mental health, family
cohesion and social empowerment. Furthermore, the system offers specially designed services for senior citizens, women, youth and children through
FDF’s centres across Abu Dhabi, Al Ain and Al Dhafra regions. It utilises advanced professional and technological means to ensure the greatest levels
of efficiency and impact, thus highlighting the Foundation’s vision of creating a cohesive society with informed citizens and partners in sustainable
development.

H.E. added, “Through these meetings, we aim to establish an efficient participatory approach that prioritises community members during the decision-
making process. It contributes to developing a flexible service ecosystem that is realistic, while also being defined by innovation and diversity.” H.E.
highlighted that these meetings explore key ideas and inspiring community practices that can be transformed into meaningful community initiatives.
Such initiatives strengthen sustainability and contribute to FDF’s strategic vision to support families and instil positive values in society.

H.E. said, “The public discussions held during this forum stand as a cornerstone in the efforts to improve services. It provides a platform for
exchanging valuable feedback and presenting proposals within an environment that promotes community collaborations. Such an approach paves the
way to gather valuable insights derived from the real-time needs and goals of individuals. Moreover, it allows FDF to hear directly from the
community and reinforce its efforts to enhance program and service quality and promote a culture of constructive interaction in the design of
development policies and initiatives.”

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