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4/28/25, 9:08 AM 'Unified Family Sports Forum' concludes in Ras Al Khaimah
and their families.

The forum was attended by Sumaya Abdullah Salem bin Harib Al Suwaidi, Member
of the Federal National Council, Chair of the Board of Trustees of the Sheikh Saud

bin Saqr Charitable Educational Foundation, and Director General of the Ras Al

Khaimah People of Determination Club; Naema Al Sharhan, Member of the Federal
National Council; 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.

Sumaya Al Suwaidi highlighted the importance of such initiatives in fostering
inclusion and empowerment and praised the collaborative efforts of all supporting

entities. "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.

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 professional clubs. Our goal is to build inclusive

environments that support their growth and excellence through the concerted efforts
of our strategic partners. We are grateful for the Ministry of Sports' unwavering

support in shaping national teams representing the country at sporting events as

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