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Emirati Human Resources Development Council signs

MoU with Community Development Authority to enhance
employment opportunities for Emiratis in Dubai

Dubai, 12 June 2025
The Emirati Human Resources Development Council (EHRDC) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the
Community Development Authority (CDA) to enhance employment opportunities for Emiratis in Dubai and increase their
contribution to the Emirate’s economic and social progress. The partnership marks a significant step towards strengthening
collaboration and promoting shared objectives in community and workforce development.

The agreement was signed by H.E. Abdullah bin Zayed Al Falasi, Director-General of the Dubai Government Human
Recourses and Deputy Chairman of the Emirati Human Resources Development Council in Dubai and H.E Hessa bint Essa
Buhumaid, Director General of the Community Development Authority. Under this MoU, both entities will work together to
support Dubai’s broader strategy to empower national talent by launching targeted programs and initiatives, fostering robust
synergy among government entities and creating inclusive job opportunities for Emiratis across all sectors.
H.E. Abdullah bin Zayed Al Falasi, said: “The partnership underscores our ongoing commitment to transforming the leadership’s
vision into impactful initiatives that directly benefit Emiratis. It is a pivotal step towards activating institutional partnerships that
open new professional horizons for Emiratis. We are also working to transform community councils into vibrant hubs that
connect job seekers with potential employers, enabling talent discovery, matching them with the right opportunities, promoting
equal opportunity, and improving the overall quality of employment outcomes.
H.E Hessa bint Essa Buhumaid from CDA, said: 'The partnership marks a strategic step toward enhancing institutional
collaboration in community empowerment and opening practical pathways to opportunity, it stems from a firm belief that the
individual is both the heart and purpose of development, a principle that aligns with Dubai’s vision of building a cohesive,
productive, and sustainable society.
We are confident that this collaboration will serve as a launchpad for impactful initiatives that deliver tangible outcomes and meet
the aspirations of community members, ensuring their long-term empowerment and well-being.”
The MoU aims to lay the foundation for deeper collaboration between both parties to design and deliver targeted programs that
support the integration of Emiratis into the workforce. Through personalised career guidance, specialised training, and tailored

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