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2/19/25, 4:52 PM Hamdan bin Mohammed approves initiatives to boost social welfare, digital transformation in Dubai – UAE BARQ
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.

Community Development Fund Policy
The newly approved Community Development Fund Policy aligns with the Dubai Social Agenda 33 and supports
various social development initiatives. The policy aims to enhance community services, help fund social programmes
and foster an inclusive society. It is managed by the Community Development Authority and focuses on empowering

UAE nationals, improving social services, and driving innovation in the field of social support.

Strata Registration

The Executive Council also approved a new property classification initiative called Strata Registration that is designed
to enhance home ownership opportunities for UAE citizens by enabling property owners to subdivide real estate units
and issue independent title deeds for each unit within the building. The initiative will facilitate more diverse housing
options, support family stability and community cohesion, in addition to stimulating economic growth within the real
estate sector. Implemented in two phases by the Dubai Land Department, the initiative’s first phase focuses on multi-
storey buildings within investment and social-purpose zones, targeting areas such as Al Nahda, Al Muraqqabat, Al
Karama, Al Warqa, Nad Al Hamar, and Al Barsha. The second phase will extend to villa communities, providing Emirati
families with more ownership choices. By facilitating more flexible ownership structures, the initiative aims to
encourage greater participation in Dubai’s real estate sector while ensuring a dynamic and inclusive market.

Super Block
To reinforce Dubai’s status as a pedestrian-friendly global city, The Executive Council approved the Super Block
initiative. The project focuses on transforming designated urban areas into pro-pedestrian zones to enhance quality of
life, foster social interaction, and promote sustainable mobility. Aligned with the Dubai 2040 Urban Master Plan, the
initiative aims to reduce carbon emissions by designating car-free residential areas, enhancing quality of life by
increase green spaces, and fostering social interactions through shared recreational public spaces. Areas such as Al
Fahidi, Abu Hail, Al Karama, and Al Quoz Creative Zone will be the first to benefit from the initiative.

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