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Dubai and Chairman of the Dubai Media Council; H.H. Sheikha Latifa bint Mohammed bin Rashid
Al Maktoum, Chairperson of the Dubai Culture & Arts Authority; and H.H. Sheikh Mohammed bin
Rashid bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, along with a number of ministers and officials.

The ceremony showcased MBRGI's accomplishments in 2024 and previous years, presented
updates on the progress of this year's Fathers' Endowment campaign and honoured its partners
and major contributors.

The ceremony was preceded by a meeting of MBRGI's Board of Trustees at the DWTC, chaired by
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid.

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid said, "Today I chaired the Mohammed bin Rashid Al
Maktoum Global Initiatives' Board of Trustees meeting, where we reviewed results of the past year.
MBRGI's total spending amounted to Dh2.2 billion last year across areas of aid, healthcare,
education and community. Its projects benefited 149 million people in 118 countries worldwide, I
have also met with our humanitarian work team of 975 employees, who are supported by over
170,000 volunteers across all programmes. As we mark the Humanitarian Work Day,
commemorating the passing of the UAE's founding father and icon of generosity, the late Sheikh
Zayed, we reaffirm our commitment to humanitarian efforts. The UAE's generosity remains
extended to all nations, we are grateful that our country has been guided toward these noble
endeavours, and we pray that God continues to bless and protect our nation, so we can continue to
do good around the world."

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid added, "We conclude a year of hope-making and
anticipate another, even more impactful year, creating a lasting legacy of positive change. Whether
it is saving lives, providing education, empowering women, fostering innovation, or alleviating
poverty, these actions embody our values and principles. This is our enduring legacy."

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid concluded, "We will persevere tirelessly in our service
to humanity. Our flame of hope will remain lit."

His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed affirmed that since its establishment in 2015, the
MBRGI has evolved into more than just a charitable organisation. It had moved beyond immediate
humanitarian action, relief, and charity work to encompass the comprehensive and fundamental
rebuilding, rehabilitation, and empowerment of individuals and communities. This is driven by a
vision focused on improving the overall quality of life, supporting sustainable development, finding
innovative and long-term solutions to humanity's challenges, and eradicating the root causes of
issues hindering development, such as poverty and disease.

His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed said, "The year 2024 marked significant milestones
in MBRGI's journey, with over Dh2.2 billion spent on various high-quality projects and initiatives,
both new and ongoing. This investment has enhanced tangible results on the ground and
broadened its reach. Among the most prominent milestones was His Highness Sheikh Mohammed
bin Rashid Al Maktoum's launch of the 'Mother's Endowment Campaign' to honour mothers in the

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