“Zayed Higher Organization for People of Determination” and the Sheikha Fatima Fund for Refugee Women Collaborate to Achieve Their Shared Goals
The Zayed Higher Organization for People of Determination and the Sheikha Fatima Fund for Refugee Women signed a cooperation agreement to collaborate on joint social responsibility projects and coordinate their efforts to serve people of determination, enhancing their skills and abilities by integrating them as active participants in humanitarian work.
Under the agreement, signed under the patronage of the Emirates Red Crescent, the two parties will collaborate on selected community participation projects for people of determination within the fund. They will facilitate logistical services, including facilities, staff, training, supervision, and operations, to achieve excellence and improvement in delivering social responsibility services. The agreement also aims to enhance social awareness among community members through joint campaigns and activities to support people of determination and through participation in events and initiatives organized by both parties while maintaining continuous communication to achieve shared goals.
The agreement was signed in the presence of Her Excellency Dr. Maitha Salem Al Shamsi, Minister of State and Chairwoman of the Supreme Committee of the Sheikha Fatima Fund for Refugee Women. It was signed on behalf of the fund by His Excellency Hamoud Abdullah Al Junaibi, Acting Secretary-General of the Emirates Red Crescent, and on behalf of the Zayed Higher Organization for People of Determination by His Excellency Abdullah Abdulali Al Humaidan, Secretary-General of the organization, at the headquarters of the Emirates Red Crescent.
Her Excellency Dr. Maitha Al Shamsi expressed her appreciation and joy at signing the cooperation agreement between the fund and the Zayed Higher Organization. She praised the exceptional products and active participation in social activities and events by the women of determination affiliated with the organization, aligning with the UAE’s approach and the vision of Her Highness Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak, “Mother of the Nation,” Chairwoman of the General Women’s Union, President of the Supreme Council for Motherhood and Childhood, Supreme Chairwoman of the Family Development Foundation, and Honorary Chairwoman of the Emirates Red Crescent. She emphasized that empowering women to overcome challenges strengthens their ability to face future obstacles.
Her Excellency highlighted the importance of fostering a culture of sustainability and involving women of determination in supporting refugee women, reflecting cooperation between organizations at local, regional, and international levels. She noted that such efforts positively impact the implementation of sustainability mechanisms and their benefits for individuals and communities. Dr. Al Shamsi added that the Sheikha Fatima Fund for Refugee Women supports Her Highness’s continuous efforts to empower refugee women economically and socially.
Dr. Al Shamsi also stressed that Her Highness Sheikha Fatima’s directives and initiatives embody her genuine humanitarian values, making her a symbol of humanitarian giving in the UAE and globally. She remarked, “Her Highness is one of the most prominent supporters and donors of humanitarian assistance.”
For his part, His Excellency Abdullah Abdulali Al Humaidan, Secretary-General of the Zayed Higher Organization for People of Determination, welcomed signing the agreement with the fund affiliated with the Emirates Red Crescent. He highlighted its noble objectives of assisting refugee women and their children, supporting them in building their capabilities, and enabling them to overcome the burdens of displacement. He emphasized the importance of establishing effective partnerships with organizations and entities that support refugee women to ensure the implementation of projects that alleviate their suffering.
Al Humaidan commended the humanitarian efforts of Her Highness Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak and her dedication to providing support and encouragement to Emiratis in various fields, particularly people of determination. He acknowledged her role in supporting the humanitarian activities and initiatives of the organization throughout its history.
Al Humaidan also thanked Her Excellency Dr. Maitha Al Shamsi for her trust in the Zayed Higher Organization for People of Determination and its production capabilities. He praised her commitment to integrating people of determination into the workforce and thanked the Emirates Red Crescent for its support. He highlighted that women of determination in the organization’s care and rehabilitation centers across Abu Dhabi, Al Ain, and Al Dhafra have crafted and produced 1,200 handbags in various designs, which were gifted to the Sheikha Fatima Fund for Refugee Women as support for refugee women.
Meanwhile, His Excellency Hamoud Abdullah Al Junaibi emphasized that signing the agreement with the Zayed Higher Organization for People of Determination opens new avenues for cooperation in humanitarian and social fields and sustaining generosity. He highlighted the focus on enhancing people of determination capabilities, empowering them socially and economically, and achieving significant progress in the Sheikha Fatima Fund for Refugee Women’s programs. These efforts aim to enhance Her Highness’s continuous endeavors to empower refugee women economically and socially, improving their living standards by providing them with self-managed production tools that generate steady income to support their daily and family needs.
Al Junaibi remarked that Her Highness Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak’s vision in this regard has brought about a transformative impact on programs and projects targeting women in vulnerable communities. It has resonated positively with humanitarian organizations concerned with women’s and children’s issues globally and regionally.
He added that the Emirates Red Crescent pays excellent attention to programs and projects that enhance capacities and sustain generosity, considering them innovative solutions to meet the increasing humanitarian demands caused by ongoing global crises. He affirmed that the Emirates Red Crescent would work diligently in collaboration with the Zayed Higher Organization for People of Determination to implement the terms of the agreement effectively and expand its beneficiary base.
