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The university is also dedicated to fostering a culture of  empathy, leadership, and social
               responsibility, empowering students to become able professionals, leaders, and changemakers.

               In addition, the institution’s ethics-focused academics and extracurricular activities ensure that
               the graduates understand and  remain  committed  to  realising  Sheikh  Zayed’s vision of

               innovation and service to society.


               A legacy rooted in humanitarianism

               Ajman University regularly implements diverse initiatives, designed to address critical needs
               and create opportunities for growth. These include healthcare campaigns that offer essential

               medical services to underserved populations  as  well as  sustainability projects aimed  at
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               protecting future generations, among others. The ‘ AU Mobile Dental Clinic’  exemplifies the
               university’s commitment to accessible, high-quality healthcare, delivering free treatment to

               thousands of patients annually. Equipped with state-of-the-art dental technology, including
               advanced dental chairs and X-ray units, this self-sustaining mobile clinic brings essential care

               directly to communities, ensuring that individuals—regardless of their circumstances—receive
               the treatment they need. In addition, AU operates fully equipped on-campus dental clinics,

               providing free-of-charge treatment to thousands of patients each year. These state-of-the-art

               facilities serve  as a vital training ground for future dental professionals while delivering
               essential oral healthcare to the community. Under the guidance of experienced faculty, students

               gain hands-on experience in diagnosing and treating patients, reinforcing AU’s mission to
               combine academic excellence with social impact.


               Beyond its healthcare initiatives, AU fosters a strong culture of volunteerism and community

               engagement, with over 1,500 volunteers actively contributing to community-driven projects.

               In the past year alone, AU volunteers have dedicated 3,376 hours to  meaningful service,
               supporting initiatives in healthcare, education, sustainability, and social welfare. These efforts

               reflect the university’s commitment to social responsibility, empowering students to become
               agents of positive change while reinforcing AU’s role as a driving force for community impact.


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               On a similar note, the university established the   Office of Sustainability in 2018 to pave the
               way for a greener tomorrow by spearheading initiatives across various domains such as

               environment,  society,  and economy. As a proud member of the International Sustainable
                  (1)   https://community.ajman.ac.ae/au-mobile-dental-clinic
                  (2)   https://sustainablecampus.ajman.ac.ae/en
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