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Sharjah 24
20-07-2025
- Sport
- Sharjah 24
Mleiha Club enhances awareness in digital field
Educating responsible behavior This workshop provided a rich knowledge platform to educate participants about responsible behavior in the digital space, enhancing awareness of information security issues and respect for privacy and digital rights. Part of "Sharjah Sports Summer" programme The workshop was part of the third week of the "Sharjah Sports Summer – Our Holiday is Different 2025" program, executed by the club under the umbrella of the Sharjah Sports Council. This week's theme was "I Am the Community," aimed at providing participants with a comprehensive experience that fosters values of belonging, national identity, and community service through a series of educational and community workshops. Navigating modern technology The workshop, held yesterday morning, addressed how to safely and consciously navigate modern technology, especially with the widespread use of social media platforms. It also encouraged participants to discuss their digital experiences and exchange views in an interactive environment. Community engagement through volunteering Following this, participants engaged in the "Volunteer from My Community" workshop, organised in collaboration with the Sharjah Volunteer Award, to understand the value of volunteering in community service and how to turn intentions into tangible actions within community initiatives. Emirati hospitality and tradition The week also featured a "Welcoming Guests – Marhaba Sa'a" workshop that highlighted Emirati hospitality arts and council etiquette, promoting authentic behaviors and respect for traditional customs among the youth through an interactive and vibrant approach. Media experience workshop Additionally, the "Media Professional from My Community" workshop offered participants hands-on experience in the media field, where participant Musab Mohammed bin Hudaiba excelled in conducting live interviews with prominent media and sports figures, enhancing his expressive abilities and communication skills. Humanitarian initiatives On a humanitarian note, participants organised a visit to the Social Services Department – Mleiha branch, to meet senior citizens in an event aimed at instilling values of kindness and appreciation, enhancing human interaction between generations, and reinforcing the concept of community giving as part of national identity. Cultural heritage event The week also included a special heritage event titled "Falconry: Identity and Art" at the Sharjah Falconers Club, where participants learned about falconry tools and arts, showcasing the Emirati community's connection to its cultural heritage and highlighting the falcon's significance in national culture. Family engagement competition The events concluded with the "Me and My Family" competition, which brought participants and their families together in a fun, competitive atmosphere featuring cultural and physical activities, culminating in one family winning a travel ticket prize from Tarteeb Travel, symbolising the family's role in supporting their children's community engagement. Closing remarks from organisers Mohammed Awad Al-Ketbi, a board member of Mleiha Cultural and Sports Club and head of the organising committee for the "Sharjah Sports Summer – Our Holiday is Different" events, emphasised that the third week was not just an entertainment stop but a comprehensive experience for instilling values and building character. Appreciation and future commitment He stated, "We ensured that all events had an educational and social dimension that nurtures love for the homeland and belonging, directly connecting participants with local community institutions through real activities that enhance the spirit of responsibility and participation." He also thanked the Sharjah Sports Council for its ongoing support and all partners and entities that contributed to the success of the events. Evaluation visit The club also welcomed a field visit from the evaluation committee of the Sharjah Sports Council to review the progress of activities and the level of programme implementation. The delegation expressed admiration for the quality of organisation, diversity of events, and positive interaction from participants. Continued collaboration Abd Al-Rahman Mahir Al-Ketbi, vice president of the organising committee, received the delegation and noted that the great success of the third week was a result of the collaborative efforts between the club and community entities in Sharjah, reaffirming the commitment to continue working with the same spirit and dedication in the upcoming weeks of the programme.
Sharjah 24
07-07-2025
- Sport
- Sharjah 24
‘Our Holiday is Different' week 2 kicks off at AlHamriyah Club
The week kicked off with a workshop called "I am Emirati and I am Proud," organized by Sandooq Al Watan. This workshop aimed to instill a sense of pride and belonging in Emirati culture. Additionally, the Social Services Department hosted two educational workshops: one focused on honoring parents and another aimed at boosting self-confidence. To promote environmental awareness, the Green Development Department offered a workshop on sustainable agriculture, where participants learned about eco-friendly practices that help create a better future. In addition to workshops, there were plenty of sports activities. Participants enjoyed football, swimming, archery, and jiu-jitsu in a fun and energetic atmosphere. Engineer Manea Al Naqbi, the Director of "Our Holiday is Different" at Al Hamriyah, highlighted that this week's activities are all about fostering loyalty and love for the homeland, while also showcasing the rich history and cultural treasures of both Sharjah and the UAE.
Sharjah 24
02-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Sharjah 24
Day 2 of 'Our Holiday is Different' shines at Al Hamriyah Club
Anti-Bullying and Time Management Workshops Participants benefited from an awareness session titled 'Be My Friend, Don't Bully' presented by Assistant Officer Ruqayya Abdullah Al Khalaqi from Sharjah Police's Media and Security Awareness Department. This was followed by an insightful lecture entitled 'My Time is Gold,' delivered by the Social Services Department. Environmental Awareness and Motivational Talks Al Hamriyah Municipality made a strong presence with a workshop titled 'Let's Protect Our Marine Environment Together.' Meanwhile, content creator Hajar Yousef led a motivational session under the theme 'I Am a Creative Leader.' Fun-Filled Sports and Recreation The day was packed with energetic and entertaining activities, where participants moved between a range of sports and games including the soap football field, jiu-jitsu, swimming, and basketball. Looking Ahead: More Surprises to Come Issa bin Reken, board member of Al Hamriyah Club and head of the Cultural and Community Committee, affirmed that the programme will continue to deliver surprises in the coming days. He noted that participants are in for new experiences that will enrich their holiday and leave a lasting positive impact.
Sharjah 24
30-06-2025
- General
- Sharjah 24
Senior citizens share heritage with children in Sharjah nurseries
The programme is led by a group of mothers and grandmothers who graduated from the 'Knowledge is Light' literacy programme, which lasted for seven years. These women had a strong desire to continue learning or educating others by passing on their experiences and knowledge, thus giving rise to the 'Emirati Etiquette Specialist' initiative, which was launched during the recent Eid Al Adha. Sustainable Learning Naema Al Zarouni, Director of Social Education at the Department and supervisor of the initiative, said that 'Emirati Etiquette Specialist' is part of the broader 'Knowledge is Light' initiative for sustainable education for the elderly, under the theme 'We empower for a life well-lived and an impact that inspires.' It allows senior citizens to stay active even after completing non-formal education classes, specifically designed for the elderly. The goal is to enable them to play an active role in the community by passing on Emirati heritage and values to children in an interactive way. Empowering Senior Citizens She explained that the initiative aims to empower elderly citizens by giving them the opportunity to spend time with children in Sharjah nurseries, instilling values and reviving traditions. They share love and stories from their memory of the beautiful past, including customs and traditions, as well as teaching children about old crafts and trades that were once a source of livelihood. Stories from the past hold many lessons, but today's children—due to exposure to diverse cultures and the allure of modern technology—have become disconnected from their roots, often unaware of or indifferent to their heritage. Nursery Children She added that this is why the Social Services Department launched and continues to support the initiative in nurseries—to help instill values and revive traditions among today's young generation. The initiative is divided into four phases: The first phase involved selecting elderly participants specialised in Emirati etiquette; the second focused on designing interactive programs, workshops, and educational games; the third was the implementation of the workshops in the community by the senior participants; and the fourth phase will assess the initiative's impact and guide its future development, as it is intended to continue for years to come. The initiative has received positive feedback from children since its launch. So far, four workshops have been conducted in addition to an opening session focused on Eid greetings. In that session, children learned traditional phrases such as 'Eidkum Mubarak,' along with the etiquette of Emirati dress and polite greetings for Eid. They also participated in a creative activity, sticking themed stickers onto paper. The first workshop centred on greetings and included a role-playing activity where children took turns acting as hosts and guests. The second focused on the Emirati traditional dress, aiming to strengthen national identity and pride in cultural attire. Children discussed differences in clothing styles with the grandmothers. The third workshop explored hospitality and honoring guests, using a skit to teach the correct way to serve Arabic coffee. The fourth workshop focused on love for the homeland and national symbols, aiming to foster patriotism and a deep sense of belonging, including teaching the children the UAE national anthem.
New Indian Express
28-06-2025
- Business
- New Indian Express
Upa Lokayukta steps in, cook gets pension after nine long years
BENGALURU: Poornachandra Tejaswi's 'Tabarana Kathe', depicted the struggle of a government servant to get his pension after retirement. Similar is the struggle of Nagarathnamma, a cook who took voluntary retirement from the Social Services Department after 23 years of service in 2016. Finally it took the intervention of Upa Lokayukta to get justice for Nagarathnamma, a resident of Maruthi Layout in Maluru of Kolar district. 'I took voluntary retirement in 2016 owing to health issues but I had not got my retirement benefit and pension. Finally, I approached Upa Lokayukta Justice B Veerappa whose intervention made me get my retirement benefits along with a pension of Rs 20.21 lakh now. I am happy that I got justice,' says Nagarathnamma. 'It is an unfortunate case. It is against the principles of Articles 14 and 21 of the Constitution. The complaint was filed in June 2023, but the authorities concerned did not take any action', says Justice Veerappa, who passed the order dated March 5, 2025, seeking an explanation from the authorities. V Shivakumar, the Assistant Director, Grade-1, Social Welfare Department, told the court that the issue was delayed since the Accountant General (AG) raised an objection. He will propose the papers for disbursement of the pension to the AG within a week and it is for the AG to proceed and clear the pension. Even otherwise, the complainant is entitled to 10% interest on the amount she is entitled to, he said. Justice Veerappa directed the authorities to disburse pension and other benefits by May 7 with a direction to send the copy of the order to AG. The government paid Rs 20.21 lakh, including death cum retirement gratuity and cumulative value of pension to Nagarathnamma on June 12.
