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welcomed the announcement by His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE, to mark
2025 as the Year of Community. His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed said that the move aligns closely with

the Dubai Social Agenda 33, launched by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President
and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, which is backed by an Dh208 billion budget.

His Highness emphasised: “The declaration of 2025 as the Year of Community serves to strengthen social cohesion.
This initiative will drive government entities to accelerate efforts to achieve the objectives of the Dubai Social Agenda

33. Dubai continues to anticipate and meet the needs of society by elevating global standards and implementing
innovative solutions. This new set of initiatives reflects our steadfast commitment to building an inclusive, resilient, and

future-ready society.”

H.H. Sheikh Hamdan Hamdan bin Mohammed underscored the role of digital transformation and sustainable urban

development in Dubai’s growth story: “Under the directives of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid, Dubai
presents a pioneering model for a cohesive society, a resilient economy, advanced infrastructure, and individuals who
are forward-looking, ready to seize every opportunity and potential.”

His Highness added: “We call on all government entities to support these initiatives. They will enhance Dubai’s global
standing, promote social well-being, and drive sustainable progress. Through a sense of collective responsibility and

determination to unlock potential, we have established a comprehensive development model that sets a benchmark for
future cities.”

The meeting was attended by His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Second Deputy
Ruler of Dubai and Deputy Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai.

Dubai Child Protection Protocol

During the meeting, The Executive Council approved the Dubai Child Protection Protocol, a comprehensive framework
designed to ensure a more holistic approach to child welfare, with a strong emphasis on family support. The system

will usher in a series of strategic projects, including the Dubai Child Protection Protocol, proactive child welfare
services, training programmes for social workers, and legislative reforms to strengthen governance.

The initiative spans multiple stages of life, covering prenatal care, birth registration, early childhood services, school-
age support, youth development, and pre-marital counselling. It is designed to ensure a seamless, well-governed
approach to child welfare through closer collaboration among specialised teams from various government entities

including Dubai Police, Community Development Authority, Dubai Public Prosecution, Dubai Courts, Supreme
Legislation Committee, Knowledge and Human Development Authority, Dubai Health Authority, Dubai Academic Health

Institution, Dubai Corporation for Ambulance Services, Erada Center, Dubai Foundation for Women and Children,
General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs, Digital Dubai Authority, and Dubai Sports Council.

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