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“Over 8 years since its inception, MBRGI has established the culture of hope making in

the region, turning humanitarian work into a sustainable institutional action and
contributing to promoting an atmosphere conductive of all the noble values on which the

UAE was founded. This reality shows how the UAE is keen to be in inspiring example
and a positive influence in the lives of people, helping them strive for a better tomorrow,”
he added.

“MBRGI has made a tangible difference in the lives of tens of millions of people around

the world last year, thanks to constant revision and improvements in its vision, goals
and approach. It continues to embrace new humanitarian initiatives, extending the

scope and reach of its impact,” he concluded.

Mohammad bin Abdullah Al Gergawi, Secretary-General of Mohammed bin Rashid Al
Maktoum Global Initiatives (MBRGI), said, “MBRGI continues to record new
accomplishments in terms of total spending and number of beneficiaries around the

world, in line with the vision of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum
for investing all resources, expertise and innovative ideas to improve the lives of tens of

millions of people, helping them build a better future, and further establish the UAE’s
humanitarian role.”

“During 2023, MBRGI managed to reach 111 million people in 105 countries, helped
meet their needs and aspirations by expanding its sustainable projects and increasing

spending, which grew by AED 400 million compared to 2022 across its five pillars,” he
added, commending the efforts of MBRGI staff and more than 160,000 volunteers.

The ceremony included highlights of MBRGI key projects and inspiring stories of

beneficiaries around the world, and presented a summary of the Mothers’ Endowment
campaign which aims to honour mothers by establishing a AED 1 billion endowment
fund to sustainably support the education of millions around the world.

During the ceremony, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum

bestowed the “Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Medal for Philanthropy” to major

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