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6/13/25, 2:20 PM FDF Launches ‘Let Us Protect Our Elders With Love’ Guide | Pakistan Point
FDF Launches ‘Let Us Protect Our Elders With Love’ Guide

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ABU DHABI, (Pakistan Point News - 12th Jun, 2025) The Family Development Foundation (FDF) launched a guide titled ‘Let Us Protect
Our Elders with Love,’ under the directives of H.H. Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak, ‘Mother of the Nation,’ Chairwoman of the
General Women's Union (GWU), President of the Supreme Council for Motherhood and Childhood, and Supreme Chairwoman of
the Family Development Foundation (FDF).
The launch was held during a press conference at the Foundation’s Abu Dhabi Centre.
The guide aims to raise awareness on the significance of offering respectful care for senior citizens and underscore the key principles that
ensure they lead an honourable life that is defined by appreciation, inclusion and active engagement within the family and society.
In conjunction with World Elder Abuse Awareness Day, the press conference paved the way to raise community awareness on the
challenges faced by elderly people while highlighting the pivotal role of families in ensuring a safe, compassionate environment that
positively contributes to their mental and physical well-being.
Furthermore, the event strengthened the long-term values of loyalty, gratitude and intergenerational solidarity.
The conference was attended by Mariam Mohammed Al Rumaithi, Director-General of the FDF; Abdulrahman Al Baloushi, Director of the
Strategic Planning and Institutional Development Department; Saeed Al Ghafli, Director of Support Services Department; and Wafa Al Ali,
Director of the Family Development Department at FDF.
Also in attendance were a number of the Foundation’s social experts, strategic partners, representatives from partner
entities, media professionals, and senior citizens.
Mariam Al Rumaithi said, “The ‘Let Us Protect Our Elders with Love’ guide is a testament to our unwavering commitment to protect senior
citizens and highlight our strong belief in providing them respectful, compassionate and psychologically aware care. The guide is designed
by combining diverse expertise and knowledge, and it stands as an educational reference that sheds light on unintentionally harmful
emotional behaviours that may negatively impact the peaceful lives of elderly people. Furthermore, it offers positive alternatives that
reinforce genuine human connection and contribute to creating a safer and more nurturing environment for our elders. Here, we are not
only launching a guide but also delivering a sincere message of love and gratitude. Today, we are reaffirming our pledge to those who
illuminated our paths and fostering a culture of empathy and appreciation across every home and institution.”
In addition, Al Rumaithi stated that respecting elderly people and valuing their lifelong contributions is an approach deeply inspired by the
vision of the UAE’s wise leadership, led by President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, who places great significance
on instilling the values of loyalty and national recognition.
Al Rumaithi reaffirmed that FDF will continue to progress under the visionary guidance of H.H. Sheikha Fatima, ‘Mother of the Nation,’
whose relentless commitment to acknowledging and honouring those who have devoted their lives to serving the country, which is based
on the belief that nation-building is incomplete without safeguarding the dignity of those who contributed to its growth over the years.
She also extended her heartfelt gratitude to H.H. Sheikha Fatima for her kind support and continuous care for senior citizens, a gesture
that reflects the highest standards of loyalty and generosity and strengthens the principles of compassion and appreciation within Emirati
society.
In addition, Al Rumaithi expressed her confidence in the content included in the guide, which depicts a robust humanitarian and social
commitment to the dignified segment of the society, who have committed their lives to supporting and developing this nation.
The guide aims to raise awareness on subtle and unintentional forms of emotional ill-treatment that may occur in everyday life or actions
with good intentions that may mentally hurt those who deserve utmost respect and appreciation.

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