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values of giving, tolerance, and kindness. They further aim to strengthen the UAE’s identity by
fostering positive citizenship practices and humanitarian work.

H.E. Dherar Belhoul Al Falasi, Executive Director of Watani Al Emarat Foundation, said: “The

Ramadan initiatives implemented by Watani Al Emarat Foundation are key part of our
strategic vision aimed at fostering positive values throughout the Emirati community. Our goal
is to promote positive communication and interaction among all segments of the society,

motivating active participation and contributions towards fostering a more cohesive and united

society. Additionally, we aim to cultivate a culture of social responsibility, recognising it as an
intricate part of our national identity and society.”

Al Falasi added: “These Ramadan initiatives are a testament to the principles of unity and
collaboration inherent in our UAE community. They emphasise our commitment to the values

of giving and tolerance, which define us as a connected and united society. We pledge to
uphold human and community values, further encouraging increased cooperation and

participation to advocate solidarity and harmony within our society.”

Watani Al Emarat Humanitarian Work Award
Under the theme ‘This is What Zayed Loved’, 11 humanitarian initiatives were honoured with
the Watani Al Emarat Humanitarian Work Award on its eleventh edition. The award ceremony,

held under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum,
Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of Dubai Executive Council, recognised the

humanitarian and community efforts of winners’, while also creating a culture of
humanitarianism across the UAE community.

The award is focussed on fostering a culture that values and honours philanthropists and

humanitarians, while encouraging initiatives that ensure the presence of good and
humanitarian actions, which will be passed down to future generations.

Ramadan Lectures and Sessions

Acknowledging its societal responsibility to foster positive community values and impart them
to the youth in order to promote national identity and highlight the importance of good
citizenship, Watani Al Emarat Foundation hosted four lectures across Majalis Dubai. These

included, ‘The Role of the Media in Serving the Country’, organised in partnership with the
Association of Social Media Pioneers at Al Khawaneej Majlis, ‘Positive Education: Praise and

Appreciation’, held in collaboration with Dubai Foundation For Women and Children at Al
Khawaneej Majlis, ‘Pursuing Noble Goals’, which was held at Al Khawaneej Majlis, and

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