UAE prosthetic program delivers free life-changing surgeries for patients from Palestine, US, and India under 10 Journeys Initiative. ABU DHABI: The UAE has once again placed itself at the forefront of humanitarian healthcare, with Burjeel Medical City successfully completing three life-changing prosthetic surgeries under the AED 4 million 10 Journeys Initiative. Launched by Dr. Shamsheer […]
Dubai Humanitarian launches new documentary showcasing its rapid global response as the world’s largest humanitarian logistics hub. DUBAI: Dubai Humanitarian has unveiled a powerful new documentary, Coming Together: The Dubai Humanitarian Story, offering a rare glimpse into the world’s largest humanitarian logistics hub. Released on World Humanitarian Day, the film highlights how the UAE-based centre […]
The UAE will host the 2027 World Deaf Congress in Abu Dhabi, unveiling a logo by a Deaf Jordanian artist blending culture and inclusion. ABU DHABI: In a historic first for the Arab region, the XX World’s Congress of the World Federation of the Deaf will be held in Abu Dhabi from 19 to 23 […]
The Big Heart Foundation champions youth empowerment through education, protection, and rehabilitation, removing barriers to lasting opportunity. SHARJAH: The Big Heart Foundation (TBHF) has reaffirmed its commitment to empowering youth worldwide through sustainable programmes that address education, protection, and rehabilitation. Operating under the patronage of Her Highness Sheikha Jawaher bint Mohammed Al Qasimi, the Foundation […]
Discover how Friends of Cancer Patients is transforming cancer awareness in the UAE through cultural initiatives, education, and stigma reduction. UAE: Cancer stigma remains a global challenge, creating barriers to prevention, early detection, and treatment. The UAE-based Friends of Cancer Patients (FOCP) is pioneering change by embedding cancer awareness UAE within cultural narratives, turning stigma […]
GAZA CITY: Aid agencies have warned that most international NGOs providing essential relief in Gaza will be forced to shut operations within weeks if Israel does not withdraw its demand for sensitive personal details of Palestinian staff. The requirement, enforced since March 9, affects all NGOs working in Gaza and the West Bank. The UN […]
DUBAI: The Digital School, a Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Initiative, has launched the second edition of the ‘Donate Your Own Device’ campaign in partnership with Emirates Red Crescent. The campaign, titled ‘Donate Your Own Device 2.0’, aims to collect and refurbish 100,000 used electronic devices to support students from underprivileged backgrounds around the […]
CAIRO: Emirates has expanded its Aircrafted KIDS initiative into the Middle East and North Africa region by donating 800 school bags to Egyptian non-profit organisations, Resala and Educate Me. This charitable effort supports children’s education and wellbeing, reaffirming Emirates’ role in connecting communities beyond aviation. The donation includes handcrafted backpacks and essential school supplies such […]
ABU DHABI: The UAE has begun loading its eighth aid vessel, named Khalifa, at Khalifa Port as part of its ongoing humanitarian initiative for Gaza. The ship is being equipped with a fully functional field hospital covering multiple medical specialties, alongside ambulances, water tankers and essential medicines. A large supply of ready-to-eat meals, along with community kitchen […]
DP World ILT20 partners with Gulf for Good to repurpose merchandise for Madagascar children, supporting global education and development efforts. Dubai: The DP World ILT20 has extended its impact far beyond the cricket pitch by partnering with UAE-based non-profit Gulf for Good to donate over 500 items of Season 3 merchandise to children in Madagascar. […]
Titan Eye+ partners with GEMS Rewards to offer free eye-screenings to students and faculty across 10 UAE schools, promoting early vision care. Dubai: Titan Eye+, the eyewear and vision care brand by the Tata Group, has announced the expansion of its collaboration with GEMS Rewards, extending free eye-screening services to students and staff across 10 […]
