Latest news with #RamadanInDubai
Hi Dubai
28-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Hi Dubai
Brand Dubai Launches #EidInDubai 2025, A Spectacular Citywide Celebration
Under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh Ahmed bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Second Deputy Ruler of Dubai and Chairman of the Dubai Media Council (DMC), Brand Dubai has officially launched the 2025 edition of #EidInDubai, a grand celebration marking Eid Al-Fitr. Following the resounding success of #RamadanInDubai, which featured over 200 cultural, spiritual, and entertainment events, #EidInDubai promises an equally vibrant lineup of festivities. The campaign was unveiled at a press conference hosted by Brand Dubai, attended by Mona Al Marri, Vice Chairperson and Managing Director of DMC and Director General of the Government of Dubai Media Office, along with key public and private sector partners. Her Excellency Mona Al Marri highlighted how this year's campaign aligns with the 'Year of Community,' emphasizing Dubai's commitment to fostering social cohesion and cultural enrichment. 'This initiative showcases the power of collaboration and reflects Dubai's position as a global hub for festive celebrations,' she noted. Shaima Al Suwaidi, Director of Brand Dubai, emphasized the city's dynamic appeal, stating that the Eid festivities will highlight the UAE's rich heritage while reinforcing Dubai's reputation as a premier holiday destination. The #EidInDubai celebrations, running from March 25 to April 6, will feature dazzling fireworks displays, world-class entertainment, sporting events, and exclusive shopping promotions. Highlights include thrilling ice shows, musical performances, and the Eid Al-Fitr Raffle with cashback deals and prizes. Dubai's skyline will come alive with spectacular fireworks, creating an unforgettable festive atmosphere. As #EidInDubai kicks off, Brand Dubai continues its mission to curate immersive experiences that celebrate the city's unique spirit, ensuring residents and visitors alike enjoy a joyous and memorable Eid Al-Fitr. News Source: Emirates News Agency
Trade Arabia
19-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Trade Arabia
Global Village launches new Ramadan experience
Global Village, the region's premier multicultural family destination for entertainment, dining, shopping and attractions, is honouring the traditions of Ramadan with its new experience 'Multaqa Global Village', a concept designed to bring family and friends together in the spirit of the Holy Month. The new experience is being introduced for the first time in Season 29. As part of the destination's Home of Ramadan Wonders, aligned with the #RamadanInDubai emirate-wide campaign and the UAE's 'Year of Community' initiative, Multaqa Global Village embraces the essence of community. It offers a free-of-charge majlis-style seating area, where guests can come together to enjoy a delectable meal in a cosy, welcoming setting that defines their Ramadan nights. They can connect, socialise, share meals, and reminisce over nostalgic traditional games, cherished during this special time of year. Merging comfort and tradition, Multaqa Global Village is more than a seating area. Beautifully nestled in the heart of the park between the Main Stage and the Dragon Lake, it features comfortable floor cushions, elegant low tables and twinkling festoon lights that create a warm atmosphere. With open archways that frame breathtaking views of the destination, guests can experience the Ramadan-special fireworks, illuminating the sky every Friday and Saturday at 10:00PM, adding a touch of splendour to their Ramadan nights. At Multaqa Global Village, guests have the option to bring in food from the destination's 250+ dining options and gather for a shared meal of suhoor, iftar or in-between snacks. They can savour delicious selections and take to Multaqa Global Village from the park's restaurants, cafes or key street food experiences, offered at the Fiesta Street, the Railway Market, the Floating Market, the Happiness Street and the Indian Chaat Bazaar. Guests can also choose from an array of bites available at Multaqa Global Village's food carts offering Arabic coffee, along with a variety of treats to elevate the experience. Alongside the experience of Multaqa Global Village, many restaurants and cafés across the park are offering special Iftar set menus, featuring diverse cuisines from around the world. These include a variety of Middle Eastern and Turkish cuisines at Tahounat Beirut, Naseem Beirut, Al Romansiah, The Taksim Palace and Galata Turkish, each offering special Iftar set menus of soups, salads, appetisers, grills, traditional main courses and desserts. Naseem Beirut provides a kids' menu, ensuring younger guests can enjoy their Iftar experience. As a key highlight on the Dubai Calendar of Events, Global Village continues its tradition of unveiling new experiences each Ramadan, enriching the Holy Month's essence of connection, reflection and shared moments.
CairoScene
18-03-2025
- Health
- CairoScene
Dubai Autism Centre Launches Autism-Friendly Kits for Ramadan & Eid
The initiative will provide autism-friendly kits to help children navigate social settings and public events. Mar 17, 2025 Families of children with autism in Dubai will soon have access to a new tool designed to help manage sensory challenges in public spaces. The Dubai Autism Centre (DAC) has launched an initiative aimed at supporting children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) by providing them with autism-friendly kits, enabling greater participation in social and public events. In line with the 'Year of the Community' and the #RamadanInDubai campaign, the initiative seeks to enhance the inclusion and empowerment of individuals with autism, particularly during significant occasions such as Ramadan and Eid Al-Fitr. It also aligns with the National Policy for Empowering People of Determination and the 'My Community … A City for Everyone' initiative, which aims to make Dubai more accessible and disability-friendly. Parents interested in obtaining the autism-friendly kits can apply through the Dubai Autism Centre's official communication channels. Since its establishment in 2001, the Dubai Autism Centre has been a leading non-profit organisation dedicated to providing specialised educational, psychological, and rehabilitative support for children with autism and their families. In September 2022, the centre introduced the Autism-Friendly Certification Programme (AFCP), the first of its kind in the region, designed to recognise organisations that implement higher accessibility standards for individuals with autism.
Gulf Today
17-03-2025
- Health
- Gulf Today
Launch of autism-friendly kits' initiative announced
In line with the objectives of the 'Year of the Community' and as part of the #RamadanInDubai campaign, the Dubai Autism Center has announced the launch of an initiative aimed at empowering children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) to participate in social and public events. This initiative involves the distribution of specially designed autism-friendly kits, furthering the Centre's efforts to support the inclusion and empowerment of individuals with autism, particularly during significant occasions such as the Holy Month of Ramadan and Eid Al-Fitr. Mohammed Al Emadi, Director General of the Dubai Autism Center, stated: 'This initiative is part of our commitment to contributing to the goals of the 'Year of the Community,' as declared by His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE, to foster a cohesive and thriving society. It also aligns with our ongoing dedication to supporting families and enabling children with autism to actively engage in social and recreational activities. We recognise the challenges parents face when taking their children to public spaces, and through this autism-friendly kit, we aim to facilitate these experiences and make them more comfortable and enjoyable.' Al Emadi emphasised that supporting and empowering People of Determination with autism is a collective social responsibility that requires comprehensive collaboration across all sectors. He further noted that this initiative contributes to enhancing the inclusion and empowerment of individuals with autism, in line with the National Policy for Empowering People of Determination and the 'My Community ... A City for Everyone' initiative, which aims to transform Dubai into a disability-friendly city. Razan Qandil, Community Outreach Coordinator at the Dubai Autism Center, highlighted that the kit serves as a valuable tool for families to help manage sensory challenges that children with autism may encounter when interacting with their surroundings. She added, 'This kit is more than just a collection of tools; it is a means to promote the independence of children with autism and encourage their families to participate in social events without concerns over sensory triggers, especially given the increase in activities and family gatherings during Ramadan and Eid.' Qandil also pointed out that these kits are distributed to public venues and organisations certified as Autism-Friendly, including Dubai Police stations in Al Barsha and Al Muraqqabat, Dubai Airports, Dubai Frame, Children's City, Quranic Park, Etihad Museum, Al Shindagha Museum, Al Jalila Cultural Centre for Children, Hatta Heritage Village, several libraries affiliated with the Dubai Culture & Arts Authority, Dubai Ambulance Corporation, and the Endowment and Minors' Trust Foundation - Awqaf Dubai. The Dubai Autism Center encourages parents interested in obtaining the kit to apply through the Center's official communication channels. The Center reaffirms its commitment to launching initiatives that enhance the quality of life for individuals with autism and foster their seamless integration into society. The Autism-Friendly Certification Program (AFCP), a pioneering initiative in the region, was launched by the Dubai Autism Center in September 2022. Designed to recognise exemplary organisations in the public and private sectors, the programme aims to foster a more inclusive community by encouraging higher accessibility standards for individuals with autism. Dubai Autism Center (DAC) is a non-profit organisation founded in 2001. The Centre aims to provide specialised services to take care of children with autism and provide support for their families and caregivers as per Decree No. 26 of 2021 issued by the Ruler of Dubai. The DAC's services include educational, psychological and rehabilitative programmes for children with autism. The financial resources of the Dubai Autism Center come from subsidies, donations and charitable endowments. Autism spectrum disorder is one of the most common developmental disorders, typically appearing within the first three years of a child's life and persisting throughout their life stages. Autism affects an individual's communication and social abilities, leading to their isolation from those around them. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's (CDC) 2021 report, one in 36 children has ASD. This prevalence is observed to be similar in most countries worldwide.
Hi Dubai
17-03-2025
- Health
- Hi Dubai
Dubai Autism Center Launches Autism-Friendly Kits for Ramadan and Eid
In line with the 'Year of the Community' and the #RamadanInDubai campaign, the Dubai Autism Center (DAC) has unveiled a new initiative to support children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) in participating more fully in social events. The center has launched autism-friendly kits designed to ease the experience of families during public gatherings, particularly throughout the Holy Month of Ramadan and Eid Al-Fitr. Mohammed Al Emadi, Director General of the Dubai Autism Center, emphasized that the initiative is part of the UAE's broader efforts to create a more inclusive society, aligned with His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan's vision for the 'Year of the Community.' He stated, "We are committed to empowering children with autism to engage in social activities comfortably, helping parents navigate public spaces with ease." The specially crafted kits are designed to manage sensory challenges faced by children with autism, offering tools that promote independence and allow families to participate in events without stress. These kits are distributed at various public venues certified as Autism-Friendly, including Dubai Police stations, Dubai Airports, the Dubai Frame, and more. Razan Qandil, Community Outreach Coordinator at DAC, highlighted the importance of the initiative, noting that these kits not only facilitate social participation but also encourage the independence of children with autism. The initiative is a part of the wider efforts to align with the National Policy for Empowering People of Determination and Dubai's goal of becoming a fully accessible city. This initiative builds on DAC's ongoing commitment to enhancing the lives of children with autism and promoting their seamless integration into society. News Source: Dubai Media Office
