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Sharjah 24
4 days ago
- General
- Sharjah 24
Friends for Diabetes Society concludes "The Superhero" programme
The programme was implemented in collaboration with the Ministry of Education and the Sharjah Private Education Authority and was sponsored by Gaia Healthcare. The ceremony was attended by Khawla Al Haj, Chairperson of the Friends for Diabetes Society, Iman Rashid Saif, Director General of the Health Promotion Department, along with several government officials and principals from participating schools. Now in its 13th edition, the program ran throughout the academic year starting from September 2024. It witnessed remarkable engagement from students, parents, and educators, with participation from 70 public and private schools across various regions of Sharjah, benefiting over 55,601 students. A total of 1,642 educational workshops were conducted within schools to promote health awareness, in addition to several health exhibitions, school visits, and awareness competitions. A total of 205 creative works, demonstrating students' understanding of diabetes, were submitted and evaluated by specialized assessors. On this occasion, Khawla Al Haj, Chairperson of the Friends for Diabetes Society stated: "'The Superhero' program is not just an initiative—it's a social and humanitarian message highlighting that true heroism lies in awareness, acceptance, and support. Through this program, we aimed to empower children with diabetes and foster a culture of prevention and inclusion within the school environment. The overwhelming engagement we witnessed from students, their families and educators, confirms that investing in awareness is an investment in a healthier and safer future." The event concluded with the honoring of 51 winning students and 12 participating schools, in recognition of their creativity and excellence across the program's activities. The ceremony reflected a strong sense of community involvement and fruitful collaboration between the health and education sectors.
Sharjah 24
5 days ago
- Health
- Sharjah 24
'Friends of Diabetes' concludes "Superhero" program
This initiative was a collaboration with the Ministry of Education and the Sharjah Private Education Authority, sponsored by Ghaya Pharmaceuticals. Notable attendees included Khawla Al Haj, the President of the Friends of Diabetes Association, and Iman Rashid Saif, the Director-General of the Health Promotion Department, along with various school directors. In its thirteenth year, the program ran throughout the school year, starting in September 2024. It engaged students, parents, and teachers, with participation from seventy public and private schools in Sharjah. Over 55,600 students benefited from this program. To promote healthy living, the association organized 1,642 workshops in schools, along with health exhibitions, field trips, and fun awareness competitions. Students showcased their understanding of diabetes through 205 creative projects, which were evaluated by experts. Khawla Al Haj stated that the 'Superhero' program aims to promote awareness, acceptance, and support for children with diabetes. Its goal is to empower children while fostering a culture of prevention and inclusion in the school environment. The program has received positive feedback from students, families, and teachers, indicating that raising awareness can contribute to a healthier and safer future. The ceremony wrapped up by honoring 51 outstanding students and 12 schools that took part in the program. Their talents and achievements were celebrated in a lively atmosphere that highlighted the importance of community support and teamwork between health and education organizations.
