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Dubai Eye
10 hours ago
- Health
- Dubai Eye
Abu Dhabi's Life Endowment campaign raises AED509 million in 2 weeks
The Life Endowment campaign, which aims to cover health care costs for chronic disease patients and people of determination, has raised AED 509 million within two weeks of its launch. Revealing the amount, Endowments and Minors Funds Authority (Awqaf Abu Dhabi) said 93,000 contributors from the public and private sector came forward to make the contribution. The proceeds will be invested to maximise returns, fund healthcare programmes and cover the costs for treatment and mental health support. Fahad Abdul Qader Al Qassim, Director-General of Awqaf Abu Dhabi, highlighted that campaign embodies the UAE community's spirit of generosity and reflects the nation's long-standing commitment to humanitarian work, rooted in organised collective action. "The continued flow of generous contributions through various channels underscores the widespread culture of endowment in our society as a key catalyst of sustainability," he added. The campaign, running under the slogan 'With You For Life', aligns with the UAE Year of Community announced by President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan.
ARN News Center
10 hours ago
- Health
- ARN News Center
Abu Dhabi's Life Endowment campaign raises AED509 million in 2 weeks
The Life Endowment campaign, which aims to cover health care costs for chronic disease patients and people of determination, has raised AED 509 million within two weeks of its launch. Revealing the amount, Endowments and Minors Funds Authority (Awqaf Abu Dhabi) said 93,000 contributors from the public and private sector came forward to make the contribution. The proceeds will be invested to maximise returns, fund healthcare programmes and cover the costs for treatment and mental health support. Fahad Abdul Qader Al Qassim, Director-General of Awqaf Abu Dhabi, highlighted that campaign embodies the UAE community's spirit of generosity and reflects the nation's long-standing commitment to humanitarian work, rooted in organised collective action. "The continued flow of generous contributions through various channels underscores the widespread culture of endowment in our society as a key catalyst of sustainability," he added. The campaign, running under the slogan 'With You For Life', aligns with the UAE Year of Community announced by President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan.
TAG 91.1
14 hours ago
- Health
- TAG 91.1
Abu Dhabi's Life Endowment campaign raises AED509 million in 2 weeks
The Life Endowment campaign, which aims to cover health care costs for chronic disease patients and people of determination, has raised AED 509 million within two weeks of its launch. Revealing the amount, Endowments and Minors Funds Authority (Awqaf Abu Dhabi) said 93,000 contributors from the public and private sector came forward to make the contribution. The proceeds will be invested to maximise returns, fund healthcare programmes and cover the costs for treatment and mental health support. Fahad Abdul Qader Al Qassim, Director-General of Awqaf Abu Dhabi, highlighted that campaign embodies the UAE community's spirit of generosity and reflects the nation's long-standing commitment to humanitarian work, rooted in organised collective action. "The continued flow of generous contributions through various channels underscores the widespread culture of endowment in our society as a key catalyst of sustainability," he added. The campaign, running under the slogan 'With You For Life', aligns with the UAE Year of Community announced by President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan.
Al Etihad
16 hours ago
- Health
- Al Etihad
Awqaf Abu Dhabi Life Endowment campaign raises over Dh500m from 93,000+ contributors in 2 weeks since launch
1 June 2025 13:08 ABU DHABI (ALETIHAD)The Life Endowment campaign, launched by the Endowments and Minors Funds Authority (Awqaf Abu Dhabi) in support of chronic disease patients and People of Determination, has raised Dh509 million from 93,000 contributors, two weeks after its campaign is under the slogan, 'With You For Life', and aligns with the UAE Year of Community, announced by President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al substantial sum was contributed by major contributors, individuals, companies, and institutions from both the public and private sectors, reflecting the significant momentum of the Life Endowment campaign since its launch. The support will enable the campaign to achieve its noble objectives. The endowment proceeds will be invested to enhance the sustainability of healthcare services, covering treatment costs, providing health support to patients with chronic diseases and People of support demonstrates the UAE community's commitment to philanthropy and its dedication to assisting patients who lack access to affordable treatment. It underscores a profound sense of humanitarian responsibility within the community and a commitment to meeting the medical needs of patients suffering from chronic diseases and People of Excellency Fahad Abdul Qader Al Qassim, Director General of Awqaf Abu Dhabi, stated that the Life Endowment campaign represents a milestone in the UAE's charitable giving, providing a model for supporting patients with chronic diseases and People of Determination. His Excellency emphasised that the campaign embodies the UAE community's spirit of generosity, reflecting the nation's long-standing commitment to charitable and humanitarian work, rooted in organised collective action, long-term planning, and sustainable support for Excellency AL Qassim said: 'The significant contributions received since the campaign's launch demonstrate the UAE community's unwavering commitment to supporting humanitarian initiatives. The enthusiastic response to the Life Endowment campaign exemplifies deep compassion for those suffering from chronic diseases and for People of Determination. The continued flow of generous contributions through various channels underscores the widespread culture of endowment in our society as a key catalyst of sustainability.'The Life Endowment campaign invests contributions to maximise returns, funding healthcare programmes and treatments for chronic disease patients and People of Determination. The endowment provides a sustainable income stream through investments of its assets, ensuring the financial sustainability of essential healthcare services and maximizing their social impact. The campaign aims to revive the concept of endowments as a powerful tool for community development, fostering social solidarity and broad participation. It also showcases the UAE community's leading humanitarian role and its people's unwavering commitment to positive social impact. Year of Community Continue full coverage
Gulf Today
3 days ago
- Business
- Gulf Today
93.6 % of residents feel safe walking alone at night in Abu Dhabi, reveals survey
Abu Dhabi has reinforced its position as one of the world's top cities in quality of life, safety, and happiness, according to the findings of the fifth Quality of Life Survey conducted in 2024 by the Department of Community Development – Abu Dhabi (DCD). The survey results revealed that 93.6 per cent of residents felt safe walking alone at night, reflecting the emirate's continued recognition as the world's safest city in 2025 according to global indicators. The Happiness indicator also recorded an increase, reaching 7.74 out of 10, compared to 7.63 in the third cycle. More than 100,000 individuals from 190 different nationalities participated in the survey, which covered 14 key social wellbeing indicators: housing, job opportunities and revenue, family income and wealth, work-life balance, health, education and skills, personal security and safety, social relations, civic participation and governance, environmental quality, social and cultural cohesion, social and community service, quality of life, digital happiness, and wellbeing. The survey results showed that 75.6 per cent of residents have a strong social support network, emphasising the importance of social cohesion during the UAE Year of Community. Employment rates in Abu Dhabi exceeded the OECD average, reinforcing the emirate's global appeal for talent and economic opportunities. The volunteering participation rate reached 34.3 per cent, reflecting a strong community spirit among residents. Shaikha Alhosani, Executive Director of the Social Monitoring and Innovation Sector at DCD, affirmed that the results reflect the emirate's strategic efforts to enhance quality of life. The Quality of Life Survey demonstrates Abu Dhabi's ongoing commitment to developing innovative policies that place individual wellbeing at the forefront of its priorities. Alhosani noted that joint efforts across various sectors have contributed to creating a secure and sustainable environment in which residents feel stable and thrive. She added that high safety levels, increased happiness, and longer life expectancy are all indicators of the success of Abu Dhabi's governmental policies and plans in promoting social, health, and economic development. Alhosani said, 'During the Year of Community, we continue to shape policies and develop programmes and initiatives aimed at enhancing the quality of life for all community members and fulfilling their aspirations. Recently, we witnessed the opening of the Nabdh Al Falah Community hub, which serves as a tangible example of transforming the Voice of the Community into reality. In collaboration with all our partners, we are working to make it an integrated platform offering activities, programmes, and events that target all segments of society.' With Abu Dhabi's continued digital transformation, the survey also revealed a rise in digital wellbeing, with residents enjoying easy and efficient access to digital services. However, the findings also pointed to growing concerns about the psychological effects of technology, highlighting the need for balanced policies that support mental health and social interaction in the digital age. In terms of work-life balance, the results showed that working hours remain higher than the OECD average, underscoring the need for strategies that better support personal and professional life balance to sustain quality of life in the community. The Department of Community Development relies on the results of the Quality of Life Survey as a fundamental tool for developing social and economic policies, ensuring the creation of a balanced and sustainable community environment. Through collaboration with various stakeholders, the department aims to enhance sustainable livelihoods and promote social cohesion, ensuring a prosperous future for all residents of Abu Dhabi. The Department of Community Development encouraged all community members to participate in the sixth cycle of the Quality of Life Survey and to share their aspirations and challenges across all aspects of life. WAM
