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Press Release

Through innovative surveys

FDF adopts an approach to engage community members in

service development

Abu Dhabi, March 12, 2025: The Family Development Foundation (FDF) has adopted a
specialized approach based on a comprehensive strategy that assesses community needs. This

strategy emphasizes engaging community members and stakeholders in the planning and

development of its services, aiming to enhance the quality of social services in alignment with
the needs of the beneficiaries in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi.

Exemplifying the importance of such an approach, Her Excellency Mariam Mohammed Al

Rumaithi, Director General of the FDF, stated that the foundation has successfully
completed a series of social surveys this year. These studies, being conducted since 2018,

carefully assess the needs of families across the Emirate, analyse family unity in communities

located around FDF centres in Abu Dhabi and identify important social challenges to be tackled
through awareness programs based on community feedback.

The social research also helps identify specific social services that families require, ensuring

efficient delivery of personalised services that are easily accessible within residential areas.

Such a targeted approach enables FDF to offer tailored solutions that address pressing social
issues, further promoting the development of socially transformative services.

H.E. Al Rumaithi also added that FDF remains committed to continuously improving its

services, ensuring alignment with the wise directives of Her Highness Sheikha Fatima bint

Mubarak, ‘Mother of the Nation,’ Chairwoman of the General Women’s Union (GWU),
President of the Supreme Council for Motherhood and Childhood, and Supreme Chairwoman

of FDF. Her Excellency further stated that the organisation strives to achieve Her Highness’s
vision by devising innovative programs and services aimed at elevating the quality of social