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FDF Launches ‘Let Us Protect Our Elders With Love’ Guide During A Press Conference

By Editor_wr Last updated Jun 13, 2025

The Family Development Foundation (FDF) launched a guide titled ‘Let Us Protect Our Elders with Love,’ under the directives of Her
Highness 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 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 H.E. Mariam Mohammed Al Rumaithi, Director General of the FDF; H.E. Abdulrahman Al Baloushi,
Director of the Strategic Planning and Institutional Development Department; H.E. Saeed Al Ghafli, Director of Support Services
Department; and H.E. 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.

H.E. Mariam Mohammed Al Rumaithi, Director General of FDF, 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, H.E. 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 His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE and Ruler of
Abu Dhabi, who places great significance on instilling the values of loyalty and national recognition. H.E. 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.

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