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Gulf Today
24-02-2025
- Business
- Gulf Today
Sheikh Khaled directs expansion of integrated community hubs to revive traditional Emirati gatherings
His Highness Sheikh Khaled Bin Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Executive Council, has visited Nabdh Al Falah community hub in Abu Dhabi's Al Falah area. Overseen by the Department of Community Development — Abu Dhabi (DCD), the hub has introduced a new model for integrated and inclusive community centres, in line with the declaration of His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE, of 2025 as the Year of Community. Sheikh Khaled toured several facilities at the hub and received briefings on its key initiatives and projects, including Majlisna by the Abu Dhabi Early Childhood Authority, which aims to revive traditional Emirati social gatherings, as well as community recreational projects developed by the Department of Municipalities and Transport — Abu Dhabi. Sheikh Khaled also reviewed the Abu Dhabi Gaming initiative by the Department of Culture and Tourism — Abu Dhabi, which is spearheaded at Nabdh Al Falah Community Hub. During the visit, Sheikh Khaled directed the expansion of comprehensive community hubs across Abu Dhabi to enhance social wellbeing, provide a wide range of high-quality programmes that cater to diverse community needs and create interactive spaces that strengthen social cohesion. Sheikh Khaled highlighted the importance of engaging with community members to better understand their aspirations and needs, reinforcing social bonds and supporting sustainable community development across the emirate. He was briefed on the hub's facilities and diverse programmes, delivered in collaboration with public, private and third-sector entities. These programmes include workshops and activities that cater to children, youth, families and senior citizens. The Abu Dhabi Crown Prince toured the hub's halls, which are designed to meet the needs of the local community, empowering young people by nurturing their skills and capabilities, and equipping them to contribute to Abu Dhabi's innovation-driven, knowledge-based economy. Sheikh Khaled reaffirmed that fostering a socially connected and inclusive environment is a key priority for the wise leadership. His Highness emphasised that this aligns with the Year of Community initiative, launched by Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed, to strengthen social cohesion and encourage greater participation and shared responsibility among community members. Sheikh Khaled also highlighted the pivotal role of Nabdh Al Falah and similar integrated community hubs in strengthening social bonds and providing diverse, high-quality social services aligned with global best practices. These hubs offer state-of-the-art facilities and interactive spaces that help foster meaningful social connections, contributing to a more inclusive and cohesive society. Dr Mugheer Khamis Al Khaili, Chairman of DCD, said: "The inauguration of Nabdh Al Falah community hub represents a significant milestone in advancing the concept of integrated community hubs, reinforcing Abu Dhabi's efforts to develop initiatives and projects that serve individuals and families, elevate quality of life across all community segments and ensure a more sustainable future for generations to come." He added that Nabdh Al Falah embodies the leadership's vision to promote social participation, enhance community cohesion and strengthen values of cooperation and solidarity. This vision aligns with the declaration of 2025 as the Year of Community in the UAE. He emphasised that the hub represents an extension of the Voice of the Community approach, through which the DCD continuously listens to community members using scientific methodologies to design initiatives that best address their needs. Mohamed Helal Al Balooshi, Executive Director of the Community Engagement and Sports Sector at DCD, said: "As part of the Year of Community, we look forward to Nabdh community hubs becoming a cornerstone of Abu Dhabi's social sector's main objectives, reflecting its future vision and its role in fostering a socially connected society. These hubs will serve as multi-purpose destinations that cater to all community segments ."He added: "The hub includes a multi-use hall for hosting community events, dedicated spaces and rooms for programmes and workshops, as well as facilities that promote healthy lifestyles, including sports fields and walking and cycling tracks. It is designed to serve all members of Abu Dhabi's community, including families and youth, both Emiratis and residents alike."In its initial months of operation, the hub will offer more than 145 programmes in collaboration with over 38 entities, covering five key fields: Social and Recreational, Sports and Wellbeing, Learning and Skill Development, Social Support, and Culture and National Identity programmes. During the visit, Sheikh Khaled was accompanied by Dr Mugheer Khamis Al Khaili; Mohamed Ali Al Shorafa, Chairman of the Department of Municipalities and Transport; Sara Awadh Musallam, Chairperson of the Abu Dhabi Department of Education and Knowledge; Saif Saeed Ghobash, Secretary General of the Abu Dhabi Executive Council; Sana bint Mohammed Suhail, Minister of Family; and Engineer Hamad Ali Al Dhaheri, Undersecretary of the Department of Community Development - Abu Dhabi. WAM
Khaleej Times
22-02-2025
- Entertainment
- Khaleej Times
Watch: Abu Dhabi Crown Prince greets children warmly, tours facilities aiming to revive traditional Emirati gatherings
On a visit to the Nabd Al Falah Community Centre in Abu Dhabi, the emirate's Crown Prince interacted with children who were all smiles as they talked to him, took photos, and proudly showed him their books. The leader thanked the children, smiling at their excited conversations; putting his arms around them, he kissed their foreheads. The heart-warming interactions occurred during his visit to the community centre, during which Sheikh Khalid bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Executive Council, directed the expansion of integrated community centers across the emirate. Watch the video here: Sheikh Khalid stressed that establishing an integrated social environment that provides all members of society with opportunities to communicate and participate effectively is among the priorities of the leadership. He toured several facilities at the hub and received briefings on its key initiatives and projects, including Majlisna by the Abu Dhabi Early Childhood Authority, which aims to revive traditional Emirati social gatherings, as well as community recreational projects developed by the Department of Municipalities and Transport – Abu Dhabi. The leader also reviewed the Abu Dhabi Gaming initiative by the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi, which is spearheaded at Nabdh Al Falah Community Hub. He also toured the centre's halls, which were designed to support and empowering youth, and develop their capabilities and skills, to raise generations capable of continuing their role in driving the wheel of the knowledge-based and innovative economy. These centres represent a fundamental pillar towards achieving the goals of the sustainable social development process in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi, in support of the 'Year of Community' initiative, launched by the UAE President. During the first months of its operation, the centre will offer more than 145 programmes, with the participation of more than 38 entities, within 5 main areas including social and entertainment programs, health and sports, educational and skills development programs, social empowerment programs, cultural programs, and national identity enhancement programs. Dr Mugheer Khamis Al Khaili, Chairman of the Department of Community Development – Abu Dhabi, said: 'The launch of the 'Nabd Al Falah' Centre represents a qualitative shift and an important step towards enhancing the concept of integrated community centres, which reflects the efforts made by the Emirate of Abu Dhabi to develop initiatives and projects that serve individuals and families, improve the quality of life for all segments of society, and ensure a more sustainable future for our coming generations.' Mohammed Hilal Al Balooshi, Executive Director of the Community Participation and Sports Sector at the Department of Community Development – Abu Dhabi, said: 'The centre's facilities include a multi-purpose hall for hosting and organising community events, spaces and rooms for organising programmes and workshops, and facilities to encourage a healthy lifestyle, including sports fields, walking and cycling paths, and other facilities. The centre targets all segments of society in Abu Dhabi, including citizens and residents, including families and youth.'
Sharjah 24
22-02-2025
- Sport
- Sharjah 24
Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed visits Nabdh Al Falah community hub
Overseen by the Department of Community Development (DCD), the hub serves as a model for integrated community centers in alignment with the UAE's Year of Community initiative declared by President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan for 2025. Key initiatives and projects at the hub During the visit, His Highneess Sheikh Khaled toured various facilities and received briefings on key initiatives such as Majlisna by the Abu Dhabi Early Childhood Authority, aimed at reviving traditional Emirati gatherings. He also reviewed community recreational projects by the Department of Municipalities and Transport and the Abu Dhabi Gaming initiative by the Department of Culture and Tourism. Expanding community hubs across Abu Dhabi Sheikh Khaled emphasised the importance of expanding such community hubs across Abu Dhabi to enhance social wellbeing, provide diverse programs, and create spaces that promote social cohesion. He highlighted the role of these hubs in supporting sustainable community development and fostering social connections. Diverse programmes for all community members The Nabdh Al Falah hub offers over 145 programs in collaboration with 38 entities, covering fields like social support, sports and wellbeing, learning, skill development, and culture. These programs aim to cater to all community members, including children, youth, families, and senior citizens. Vision for a socially connected society Dr Mugheer Khamis Al Khaili, Chairman of DCD, praised the hub as a significant step toward promoting social participation and community cohesion. The hub embodies the leadership's vision to foster a connected and inclusive society, in line with the Year of Community initiative. Future of community hubs Mohamed Helal Al Balooshi, Executive Director of the Community Engagement and Sports Sector at DCD, spoke about the role of these hubs in strengthening Abu Dhabi's social sector and ensuring a connected society. The hub is designed to serve families and youth, offering multi-use spaces for events, workshops, and sports activities.
