Abu Dhabi has strengthened its status as one of the world’s leading cities for quality of life, safety, and happiness, according to the latest findings from the fifth Quality of Life Survey conducted in 2024 by the Department of Community Development — Abu Dhabi (DCD). The survey revealed that an impressive 93.6% of residents feel...
Abu Dhabi’s Ma’an, a key organisation for community development, allocated Dh98.6 million ($26.8 million) last year to support 51 social initiatives, according to its newly released 2024 report. This marks an increase from the Dh91 million spent in 2023. The funding positively impacted over 23,498 individuals in the emirate, addressing various social challenges. Formed in...
Dubai has made a significant advancement in child welfare and family wellbeing with the launch of the Dubai Child Protection Framework. This initiative is part of the city’s commitment to fostering safer and healthier communities, with a focus on child-centered welfare as a critical element of its social development goals. The Dubai Child Protection Framework...
Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of The Executive Council, has approved the allocation of land for the development of more than 17 000 housing units across Dubai. This decision was made during a meeting of The Executive Council on Wednesday. Under the Affordable Housing policy,...
Dubai Customs has launched the “Basma (Imprint)” Award to promote innovation and raise awareness about intellectual property rights in alignment with the UAE’s “Year of Community” initiative. The award features two categories, one aimed at the general public and another for students in schools and universities. It encourages young participants to learn about the risks...
The Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture) welcomed a high-level delegation from the Republic of Seychelles at its headquarters located in Dubai Design District. This visit supports the strategic partnership between the UAE and Seychelles and aligns with the objectives of the Government Experience Exchange Programme. This program aims to highlight the efforts of...