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Al Etihad
26-03-2025
- Business
- Al Etihad
UAE Food Bank, Ne'ma provide one million surplus food meals to eligible groups
26 Mar 2025 22:15 DUBAI (WAM) The UAE Food Bank has announced a strategic partnership with the National Food Loss and Waste Initiative 'Ne'ma,' aiming to enhance support for eligible groups and contribute to environmental will be done through a pioneering initiative that manages surplus food, reduces waste, and ensures its delivery to the largest possible number of target groups within the initiative is part of charitable and humanitarian efforts during the holy month of Ramadan this initiative aims to provide one million meals from surplus food to deserving segments of the community during the holy month, now in its third consecutive year. It aligns with the UAE's vision to promote social and environmental responsibility, especially following the declaration of 2025 as the "Year of the Community."The initiative involves collaboration with over 75 hotel establishments to collect and distribute untouched surplus food to eligible will be implemented in Dubai in cooperation with the Dubai Department of Economy and initiative focuses on the safe and efficient management of food surplus to minimise waste. The UAE Food Bank will collect consumable surplus food and redistribute it to beneficiaries across the inedible food will be converted into oil and agricultural compost in collaboration with the 'Reloop' app by iCycle International Recycling, contributing to environmental protection and supporting circular economy Sustainability Officer at Emirates Foundation and Secretary General of the 'Ne'ma' Committee, Khuloud Hassan Al Nowais, stated, "The cooperation between 'Ne'ma' and the UAE Food Bank is a key step towards unifying efforts to enhance resource sustainability and reduce food waste in society. Through this partnership, we are working together on developing innovative, technology-supported solutions for distributing food safely and efficiently, reflecting our deep commitment to social responsibility, environmental protection, and the UAE's goal to significantly reduce food waste." Head of the Executive Team at the UAE Food Bank, Manal Bin Yaroof, said, "This collaboration is part of a long-term strategic vision to address the issue of food waste in the UAE in a comprehensive and sustainable way. It supports the UAE Food Bank's goals and vision of achieving leadership and sustainability in surplus food management—collecting, preserving, and delivering it with the highest quality to those in need, anytime and anywhere. It reflects the values of generosity and giving that the Bank has embraced since its inception."
Al Etihad
16-03-2025
- Business
- Al Etihad
Endowment & Society Conference concludes in Abu Dhabi
17 Mar 2025 01:36 ABU DHABI (WAM) The Endowment & Society Conference concluded on Sunday after two days of activities that ran under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister, and Chairman of the Presidential Court. The event was organised by the General Authority of Islamic Affairs, Endowments and Zakat, at Erth Hotel, Abu the conference, Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, Minister of Tolerance and Coexistence, said that the theme of this conference aligns perfectly with the 'Year of the Community.''Under the guidance of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, we seek to mobilise all efforts and resources while fostering collaboration between individuals and societal institutions to cultivate a national environment that drives sustainable development, promotes responsibility, and advances the nation's progress.'Addressing the guests of the UAE President, Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan said, 'Your presence among us here in the conference is a sincere reflection of the vision of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, in achieving unity of thought and productive collaboration among individuals and institutions of the nation.''The theme of this conference also coincides with the noble initiative launched by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister, and Ruler of Dubai in establishing the 'Father's Endowment' initiative that embodies the noble teachings of Islam in honouring parents,' Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan said.'The UAE is now a model to be emulated in the fields of endowments and charitable work. Thanks to God, we are a nation committed to the principles of humanitarian giving and social solidarity—principles that were firmly established by the Founding Father, the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan. These principles faithfully and sincerely reflect the vision of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, who has emphasised the necessity for individuals and all societal institutions to play an active role in the nation's progress and to be effective partners in achieving comprehensive development across all its regions,' he Abdullah bin Bayyah, Chairman of the UAE Council for Fatwa, and Head of the Abu Dhabi Forum for Peace, said that endowments are a great concept that embodies the wisdom of Islamic Sharia in strengthening the foundations of cooperation among members of society and caring for those in need… In this world, endowments serve as a reserve for future generations and as an ongoing charity for the donors, who continue to receive its rewards.'This embodies the principle of sustainable benefit, as a defining characteristic of endowments is the enduring nature of the endowed asset and the continuous allocation of its proceeds to charitable causes designated by the donor. Consequently, endowments are governed by a comprehensive framework of regulations designed to safeguard and strengthen their purpose while ensuring the well-being of their beneficiaries.'For his part, Dr. Omar Habtoor Al Darei, Chairman of the General Authority of Islamic Affairs, Endowments and Zakat, affirmed that the purpose of endowments is always to be a lifeline for the heart of society, which thrives on giving, and fulfilling the needs of its members, whether they are Muslims or Nahyan bin Mubarak, along with esteemed dignitaries and officials, toured the accompanying Endowment Exhibition, which showcased the history of endowments in the UAE through illustrated galleries and digital platforms. The exhibition highlighted the stages of its development and growth throughout the history of the UAE, as well as the laws regulating endowments and their development. The conference was attended by Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, Shaikh Abdullah bin Bayyah; Dr. Omar Habtoor Al-Darei; Dr. Sultan bin Saif Al Neyadi, Minister of State for Youth Affairs; along with distinguished scholars who are guests of His Highness the UAE President, officials from endowment institutions in the Gulf Cooperation Council countries, and experts in endowment affairs in the UAE.
