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Statement by H.E. Mariam Mohammed Al Rumaithi ,

Director General of the Family Development Foundation

On Emirati Children's Day

H.E. Al Rumaithi:
The vision of H.H. Sheikha Fatima, ‘Mother of the Nation,’ significantly contributes

towards offering a conducive environment that nurtures children’s growth and develops
their skills.

H.E. Mariam Mohammed Al Rumaithi, the Director General of the Family Development
Foundation (FDF), praised the UAE’s socially inclusive and child-centric environment, which

ensures children’s right to a positive, healthy and balanced life that provides abundant
opportunities for learning, development and exploration. She further emphasised the steadfast

commitment of the nation and its relevant authorities to foster an ideal environment that caters
to different development stages of children, ensuring holistic and well-rounded development

that meets their evolving needs and aligns with their continuous growth.

On the occasion of Emirati Children's Day, Her Excellency said: “The UAE has established

new benchmarks in child welfare, owing to the unwavering support and opportunities offered
by our wise leadership, led by His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President

of the UAE and the Ruler of Abu Dhabi. The country has implemented transparent strategies
that prioritise children’s rights and empowerment while continuously hosting events and

adopting best practices to build a strong, promising generation and a cohesive society.”

Furthermore, H.E. Al Rumaithi expressed her profound gratitude to Her Highness Sheikha

Fatima bint Mubarak, ‘Mother of the Nation,’ Chairwoman of the General Women's Union
(GWU), Supreme Chairwoman of the FDF and President of the Supreme Council for

Motherhood and Childhood, for her constant commitment to advancing child welfare across