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Statement by H.E. Mariam Mohammed Al Rumathi,
Director General of the Family Development Foundation

On ‘Zayed Humanitarian Day’

Al-Rumaithi:

“Zayed Humanitarian Day is a revered occasion to uphold the principles of tolerance”.

H.E. Mariam Mohammed Al Rumathi, Director General of the Family Development Foundation,

stated: “Zayed Humanitarian Day serves as an occasion to pay tribute to the rich and humanitarian

legacy of our late founding father, Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan. It is a time to reflect on the
authentic values of solidarity and fraternity that he has imbued on the foundation of the UAE.” Her

Excellency noted that this day is the ideal opportunity to draw inspiration from his legacy of leadership

and humanitarian efforts as well as promote the principles of generosity, kindness, and benevolence
that he has instilled in the minds of the people in the UAE.

H.E. Al Rumaithi emphasised, on the occasion of Zayed Humanitarian Day, which is a distinguished

milestone in the history of the UAE, that it is a chance to reiterate one’s commitment to upholding the
principles of the nation’s founding father as well as promote generosity, social cohesion, and active

participation in humanitarian and charity endeavours. She further underscored the importance of

supporting humanitarian projects and initiatives aimed at constructing an interconnected society based
on mutual support, solidarity, generosity, and fraternity, the values which are deeply ingrained in

Emirati society.

Additionally, H.E. highlighted that the UAE continues to carry on the legacy of as well as advance on

the righteous path laid down by the nation’s founding father by exploring his numerous humanitarian
efforts and noble stances towards nations and individuals worldwide. She added that the UAE remains

unwavering in its commitment to embarking on numerous charitable endeavours and initiatives,
making a positive impact on various corners of the world. This is reflected in its unique approach to

philanthropy and global humanitarian cooperation to address the problems encountered by humanity

and provide every form of assistance to the vulnerable communities across the world without any
discrimination.