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Press Release

Educational Foundation, and Director General of the Ras Al Khaimah People of Determination

Club; H.E. Naema Al Sharhan, Member of the Federal National Council; H.E. Rashid Al Mutawa,
Advisor to the Ministry of Tolerance and Coexistence; Haitham Al Zarouni, Director of

Community Sports at the Ministry of Sports; and Saeed Ali Al Ajil, Vice President of the UAE
sports for All Federation. The event witnessed wide participation from over 450 people of

determination and their families, representing 20 public and private schools and specialised
centres. In addition, several volunteers and parents engaged with the diverse activities of the forum.

H.E. Sumaya Abdullah Salem bin Harib Al Suwaidi highlighted the importance of such initiatives
in fostering inclusion and empowerment and praised the collaborative efforts of all supporting

entities. She stated: “This forum is a testament to our shared commitment to building an inclusive

society. I sincerely thank the Ministry of Sports, the UAE Sports for All Federation, and all those
who contributed to creating a vibrant, positive environment for people of determination and their

families.”

She added: “The Unified Family Sports Forum reflects the spirit of community solidarity and our

leadership’s vision of sports being a right for all. Engaging people of determination and their
families in various sporting activities not only enhances the physical well-being of participants but

also encourages social interaction and strengthens self-confidence.”

H.E. Saeed Al Ajil, said: “This forum represents a collective dedication of Ministry of Sport, the

UAE Sports for All Federation, and partners to community sports and highlighting the essential
role of families in encouraging children, particularly people of determination, to embrace an active

lifestyle. Sport is a powerful tool for integration and empowerment, and we aim to ensure that
every individual has equal access to these opportunities in a safe, supportive environment. We

believe that these events contribute to enhancing the quality of life and building a healthy and

sustainable community, in line with the directives of our wise leadership aimed at promoting
collective participation in sports.”

He added: “Together with the Ministry of Sports, we are committed to safeguarding the rights of
people of determination to participate in physical and sports activities across schools, clubs, and