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Emirates 24/7
25-03-2025
- General
- Emirates 24/7
Majlis Mohamed bin Zayed session addresses importance of fostering positive values in community
The fourth and final Ramadan session of Majlis Mohamed bin Zayed was held under the title 'Fostering Positive Values in the Community' in the presence of H.H. Lt. General Sheikh Saif bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior, as well as senior officials, academics, and representatives of UAE entities. The session, which was held at the dedicated Majlis venue at Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque in Abu Dhabi, was moderated by Eisa Al Subousi, Project Lead at the Year of Community, and featured a panel of guest speakers recognised for their contributions to UAE society. Throughout their discussion, speakers explored the importance of encouraging values such as generosity, compassion, and social solidarity, as well as the far-reaching impact of volunteering and humanitarian work in strengthening community cohesion and wellbeing. Foster mother Dr Aysha Al Busmait began by discussing misconceptions regarding fostering and adoption, explaining that Islam encourages fostering as a blessed act of service to others. She noted that the UAE's Founding Father, the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, left behind an enduring humanitarian legacy, including through his kindness towards children in need of family care. Tree-planting pioneer and civil engineer Sinan Al Awsi commented that his initiative of planting 209 trees over a 500-metre stretch in Abu Dhabi to grant shade to pedestrians embodied his belief that all individuals can demonstrate responsibility towards their community and country through volunteering. He remarked that his planting of trees throughout the city was an expression of gratitude to the UAE, noting that his volunteer efforts led to beneficial environmental and societal outcomes while inspiring the surrounding community. Addressing his motivations for establishing the Rabdan Volunteer Team, Salem Al Braiki recalled his realisation that volunteering opportunities were available to the public and could achieve significant impact locally. Now responsible for leading programmes focused on improving the integration of senior citizens into society, including through the 'Journey of Generations' programme involving over 700 senior citizens, Al Braiki has worked to develop bridges of communication between generations and encourage youth to learn from the experience and expertise of senior citizens. Reem Al Dhabyani, a volunteer at the Zayed Higher Organisation for People of Determination, remarked that people of determination are an integral part of the UAE community across various fields, including sports, media, entrepreneurship, and volunteering. Noting the contributions of People of Determination to initiatives such as 'The Document' project and The Bee Café, Al Dhabyani commented that volunteers can develop lifelong skills and forge lasting relationships with other individuals and entities through their service. At the session's conclusion, moderator Eisa Al Subousi asked each panellist to outline the most important decision they would make if they were an official in their chosen field, as well as their desired impact, with speakers emphasising the importance of all members of society taking the first step towards serving and uplifting the broader community to shape a more prosperous future for all. 'Fostering Positive Values in the Community' will be broadcast on Wednesday, 26th March at 5 pm on Abu Dhabi TV and the Majlis Mohamed bin Zayed YouTube channel ( Follow Emirates 24|7 on Google News.
Al Etihad
21-03-2025
- General
- Al Etihad
Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi attends Majlis Mohamed bin Zayed Ramadan session titled ‘Coexistence in Islamic Thought'
ABU DHABI (WAM) As part of its ongoing commitment to fostering dialogue on topics relevant to the people of the UAE, Majlis Mohamed bin Zayed hosted its third Ramadan session titled 'Coexistence in Islamic Thought'. The session was attended by His Highness Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, alongside senior officials, scholars, and academics. The keynote speaker for the session – which took place at the dedicated Majlis venue at Abu Dhabi's Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque – was Saudi writer and researcher Dr. Shaya Al Wuqayan, and the moderator was Ahmed Al Yammahi, a Lead Presenter at the Abu Dhabi Media Network. The session explored the concept of coexistence from philosophical, religious, and societal perspectives, emphasising its pivotal role in fostering social stability, economic growth, and sustainable development. Speakers reaffirmed that coexistence and tolerance are cornerstones of resilient and prosperous societies, facilitating mutual understanding, cultural dialogue, and social harmony. Dr. Al Wuqayan, who serves as Vice President of the Saudi Philosophy Association and Editor-in-Chief of the journal Muqabasat, examined the philosophical dimensions of tolerance, illustrating how the concept has been deeply embedded in both Islamic and global philosophical traditions. He emphasised that coexistence and tolerance are grounded in values such as forgiveness and benevolence, which are essential for building cohesive societies. He identified four core principles of tolerance: Creating space for others to ensure inclusivity in diverse societies; recognising difference as a fundamental human reality; embracing diversity as a source of enrichment; and promoting peaceful coexistence as the ultimate goal. The session featured a distinguished panel of academics and intellectuals, who provided in-depth analysis of tolerance and coexistence from different perspectives. Dr. Mashhad Al Allaf, Associate Professor at the College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences at the University of Sharjah, provided a comparative analysis of tolerance as a religious and philosophical principle. He emphasised that Islam has established tolerance as a fundamental human value, rooted in the principle of human dignity, which forms the basis of mutual respect among individuals and communities. Dr. Fatmah Al Dahmani, Head of the Tolerance and Coexistence Department at Mohamed bin Zayed University for Humanities, examined the role of academic institutions in fostering a culture of tolerance. She highlighted the responsibility of universities and research institutions in preparing future generations to cultivate and uphold inclusive values. Dr. Al Dahmani also underscored the role of youth in championing tolerance through digital platforms and social media, highlighting the important part young people can play as ambassadors of coexistence. 'Coexistence in Islamic Thought' will be broadcast on Saturday 22nd March at 5 pm on Abu Dhabi TV and the Majlis Mohamed bin Zayed YouTube channel (
Sharjah 24
08-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Sharjah 24
Khaled bin Mohamed honours winners of EIHQA
The ceremony, held today at the Majlis Mohamed bin Zayed in Abu Dhabi, was attended by Dr. Omar Habtoor Al Darei, Chairman of the General Authority of Islamic Affairs, Endowments & Zakat, along with prominent scholars hosted by His Highness the President during the holy month of Ramadan. The ceremony was also attended by Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, Minister of Tolerance and Coexistence; Sheikh Shakhbout bin Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, Minister of State; Sheikh Khalifa bin Tahnoon bin Mohammed Al Nahyan, Chairman of Abu Dhabi's Crown Prince Court; Shaykh Abdallah Bin Bayyah, Chairman of the Emirates Council for Sharia Fatwa; Sarah bint Yousef Al Amiri, Minister of State for Public Education and Advanced Technology; Sara Musallam, Minister of State for Early Education, Chairman of the Federal Agency of Early Education, and Chairman of Abu Dhabi Department of Education and Knowledge (ADEK); Dr. Ahmed Mubarak bin Nawi Al Mazrouei, Chairman of the President's Office for Strategic Affairs at the Presidential Court and Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Executive Office; Mohamed Khalifa Al Mubarak, Chairman of the Department of Culture and Tourism - Abu Dhabi; Mohammed Ali Al Shorafa, Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Department of Municipalities and Transport; Mansour Ibrahim Al Mansouri, Chairman of the Department of Health – Abu Dhabi; Ahmed Tamim Al Kuttab, Chairman of the Department of Government Enablement; and Saif Saeed Ghobash, Secretary General of the Abu Dhabi Executive Council; along with a number of senior officials. The event began with a recitation from the Holy Quran by Ghaniya Ali Al-Azizi, followed by a short film about the award. The film highlighted the UAE's and its leadership's efforts in serving the Holy Quran and supporting its memorisation through various initiatives, including the establishment of local and international Quranic centres, a legacy of the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan. It also highlighted the award's categories, objectives, and AWQAF's role in organising the event. Dr. Omar Habtoor Al Darei, Chairman of the General Authority of Islamic Affairs, Endowments & Zakat and Chairman of the Emirates International Holy Quran Award, delivered a speech expressing his deepest gratitude to President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan for his patronage of the award. He emphasised that the award is a valuable addition to His Highness's initiatives aimed at further enhancing the spread of the Holy Quran, upholding its teachings, and honouring its memorisers within the UAE and beyond. He praised His Highness's continuous support for AWQAF, enabling it to achieve its goals with professionalism, innovation, and excellence. Al Darei further highlighted that this distinguished initiative, made possible through the generous support of the UAE's leadership, serves as an inspiration to uphold the values and noble teachings of the Holy Quran, instilling them in future generations. He prayed for His Highness and the UAE's leadership, wishing them continued success and prosperity. Al Darei also extended his sincere appreciation to H.H. Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan for attending the event and honouring the winners. Congratulating the award recipients and their families, he encouraged them to continue their noble pursuit, embody the values of the Holy Quran in their lives, and serve as role models in their communities, commending the partners and supporting entities that contributed to the success of this competition. The award ceremony honoured a distinguished group of winners who secured first place in Quranic competitions and awards held globally in 2024, representing 10 countries. In the International Category, winners included Sheikha Alia bint Saeed Maktoum Rashid Al Maktoum and Rashid Ali Khalfan Binkhalaf AlNaqbi from the United Arab Emirates; Lith Isehaq Al Kendi from the Sultanate of Oman; Mohammed Adnan AlOmari and Mohammed Sameer Magahed from the Kingdom of Bahrain; Mahmoud Ali Attiya Habib from the Arab Republic of Egypt; Ilias laMhayaoui from the Kingdom of Morocco; Ekaha Ould Beitate from the Islamic Republic of Mauritania; Mohammed Sami Mitwali from Palestine; and Fatima Lawn Abubakar from the Federal Republic of Nigeria. In the local category, the first-place winners were Suhaib Ali Mohammed Dawood Abdullah, Omar Mohamed Ali Alkabouri AlNaqbi, Omar Muammar Ali Ahmed Ba Nabila, and Aisha Ali Mohamed Alechla Al Ali from the United Arab Emirates; Abdul Wadud Sorif Hussain from Bangladesh; Mansour Mohamed Mansour Elatrawy and Aesha Elsebaey Mohamed Mohamed Elbasyouni from Egypt; Ansam Ahmad Sweedan from Syria; and Zeinabou kbar from Mauritania. The award also honoured Mona Abdulqader Salem AlGhassani, Former Director of Religious Centers and Institutes Administration, General Authority of Islamic Affairs, Endowments & Zakat, in recognition of her 20 years of service in promoting the Holy Quran. Additionally, the Emirates Red Crescent was honoured as a supporting entity of the Emirates International Holy Quran Award. The ceremony concluded with a group photo to commemorate the event and preserve it in the award's archives for future generations.
Khaleej Times
08-03-2025
- General
- Khaleej Times
Watch: Abu Dhabi Crown Prince honours Emirates International Holy Quran Award winners
UAE's Sheikha Alia bint Saeed Maktoum Rashid Al Maktoum and Rashid Ali Khalfan Binkhalaf Al Naqbi were among the winners in the International Category of the inaugural Emirates International Holy Quran Award. The ceremony, held on Saturday at the Majlis Mohamed bin Zayed in Abu Dhabi, also saw UAE's Suhaib Ali Mohammed Dawood Abdullah, Omar Mohamed Ali Alkabouri AlNaqbi, Omar Muammar Ali Ahmed Ba Nabila, and Aisha Ali Mohamed Alechla Al Ali win in the local category. The award ceremony honoured a distinguished group of winners who secured first place in Quranic competitions and awards held globally in 2024, representing 10 countries. Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Executive Council, honoured the winners. Other winners in the International Category were Lith Isehaq Al Kendi from. Oman, Mohammed Adnan AlOmari and Mohammed Sameer Magahed from Bahrain, Mahmoud Ali Attiya Habib from Egypt, Ilias laMhayaoui from Morocco, Ekaha Ould Beitate from Mauritania, Mohammed Sami Mitwali from Palestine and Fatima Lawn Abubakar from Nigeria. Other winners in the local category were Abdul Wadud Sorif Hussain from Bangladesh, Mansour Mohamed Mansour Elatrawy and Aesha Elsebaey Mohamed Mohamed Elbasyouni from Egypt, Ansam Ahmad Sweedan from Syria and Zeinabou kbar from Mauritania. Watch the video below: The award also honoured Mona Abdulqader Salem AlGhassani, Former Director of Religious Centres and Institutes Administration, General Authority of Islamic Affairs, Endowments & Zakat, in recognition of her 20 years of service in promoting the Holy Quran. Additionally, the Emirates Red Crescent was honoured as a supporting entity of the Emirates International Holy Quran Award. The Award was organised by the General Authority of Islamic Affairs, Endowment & Zakat (AWQAF). The event began with a recitation from the Holy Quran by Ghaniya Ali Al-Azizi, followed by a short film about the award. The film highlighted the UAE's and its leadership's efforts in serving the Holy Quran and supporting its memorisation through various initiatives, including the establishment of local and international Quranic centres, a legacy of the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan.
