The fifteenth Ramadan lecture by the leader of the revolution, al-Sayeed Abdul-Malik Badr al-Din al-Houthi, Friday, Ramadan 19, 1445 AH – March 29, 2024 AD.
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ZHO, Egyptian Ministry of Youth and Sports organise ADQ-sponsored iftar
ABU DHABI: Marking Zayed Humanitarian Work Day and in celebration of the holy month of Ramadan, Zayed Higher Organisation for People of Determination (ZHO), in collaboration with the Egyptian Ministry of Youth and Sports, implemented a pioneering community initiative by organising a collective iftar banquet across 27 governorates of the Arab Republic of Egypt for people of determination, their families, and the staff affiliated with 68 communication centres for people of determination under the Bridges of Hope programme, sponsored and supported by ADQ. The iftar banquet was attended by 11,242 beneficiaries, including 5,281 people of determination, 5,281 guardians or companions, and 680 specialists working in communication centres.
Abdullah Al Humaidan, Secretary-General of ZHO, emphasised that this initiative, which involved a simultaneous iftar banquet across Egypt, bringing together people of determination, their families, and the staff of these centres on Zayed Humanitarian Work Day, aims to combine chari
table work with social solidarity, aiming to enhance social solidarity and provide support to the most underprivileged groups in society.
The cooperation protocol between the organisation and the Egyptian Ministry of Youth and Sports in the Bridges of Hope programme, sponsored by ADQ and supported by the organisation, has achieved significant success in transferring experience and programme expertise to support families of people of determination across Egypt through family counselling programmes. The programme also succeeded in developing 68 communication centres in Egyptian villages within a record time of less than a year and a half, despite initially being scheduled for completion in three years. This success was made possible thanks to the support and backing from all state agencies in Egypt, benefiting up to 17,000 people of determination in 27 governorates of the republic.
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Majlis Mohamed bin Zayed lecture explores strategies for achieving happiness and personal growth
ABU DHABI: H.H. Lt. General Sheikh Saif bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of the Interior, attended the third of this year’s Majlis Mohamed bin Zayed Ramadan lectures, titled ‘Journey to Self: Rising to Challenges and Choosing Happiness’.
The lecture, which took place in the Majlis Mohamed bin Zayed venue at Abu Dhabi’s Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, was presented by Dr. Khalid Almunif, a Saudi author and trainer specialising in psychology and self-development.
Over the course of the lecture, Dr Almunif explored strategies for personal growth and highlighted behaviours that can have a negative impact on mental wellbeing. Sharing personal experiences and insights that have shaped the journey of his own life, the self-development trainer investigated ways in which people can learn to overcome challenges and lead a happier life.
The noted author and trainer explored the foundations of happiness, explaining the importance of appreciating things such as a tranquil day that passes peacefully, b
ut also noting that it is necessary to experience challenges so we learn to value the good things in life.
The speaker suggested that to achieve peace in our lives we should not feel responsible for controlling or changing other people, and we should also be wary of trying to link our happiness to any particular event or person. While promoting the importance of being optimistic, he warned against pursuing perfection, which he described as an illusion. It is better, he said, to strive for growth while accepting that we are human and everyone makes mistakes.
Dr. Almunif praised the UAE as a role model for having prioritised the development of its human capital since the time of the late Sheikh Zayed, stating, ‘Today, reliance is on human capital, on human intellect, and this is what we see in this young nation.’ He also lauded the country for focusing on the wellbeing of its people, claiming the UAE had ‘led the way’ through its appointment of a Minister for Happiness.
The lecture was moderated by Sarah Alb
akeri, Vice-President, Human Resources at Tabreed and a certified life coach, and featured pre-recorded contributions from Jamal Al Shehei, an author and publisher; life coach Maryam Alhashmi; and clinical psychologist Dr Saliha Afridi.
‘Journey to Self: Rising to Challenges and Choosing Happiness’ will be broadcast on Saturday, 30th March at 17:00 on local TV networks and will be available to watch afterwards on the Majlis Mohamed bin Zayed YouTube channel (youtube.com/@MajlisMohamedbinZayed).
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Zayed Humanitarian Day reinforces culture of giving: Khaled bin Zayed
ABU DHABI: H.H. Sheikh Khaled bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Zayed Higher Organisation for People of Determination, underscored the significance of commemorating Zayed Humanitarian Day, emphasising that it epitomises the nation’s steadfast dedication to fostering a culture of altruism, compassion, and support for others, in alignment with the enduring legacy established by the founding leader.
“This day serves as a reminder of our unwavering commitment to upholding Sheikh Zayed’s noble legacy and advancing the initiatives he initiated,” Sheikh Khaled said. “On this occasion, let us enact positive change, no matter how modest, in the lives of others. Let us be catalysts for positive change and advocates for humanity.”
Reflecting on Sheikh Zayed’s visionary leadership, Sheikh Khaled emphasised his unparalleled foresight, resolute determination, and profound dedication to the welfare of others.
“Let us reflect on the remarkable achievements of our country in the field of humanitari
an work and renew our determination to follow the footsteps of Sheikh Zayed, to be a source of inspiration and hope for those in need, and to extend a helping hand to them with all the strength and compassion we possess,” he concluded.
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Trends Research and Advisory commemorates Zayed Humanitarian Day
ABU DHABI: Trends Research and Advisory has reiterated the significance of commemorating Zayed Humanitarian Day, observed annually on the 19th of Ramadan, as a pivotal opportunity to champion the principles of love, tolerance, and human fraternity.
Speaking on the occasion, Dr. Mohammed Abdullah Al-Ali, CEO of Trends Research and Advisory, said, “The celebration of Zayed Humanitarian Day confirms the commitment of the UAE’s leadership and its great and clear achievements in effective humanitarian work and relief efforts, which have been carried out at the regional and international levels.”
He stressed that humanitarian work has become intrinsic to the UAE’s identity, reflecting the genuine behaviour of its people. Al-Ali affirmed that the country’s leadership, guided by the legacy of the founding leader, the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, continues to commemorate his benevolent legacy.
He indicated that this approach made a great difference in the field of humanitarian work, which translated into
the UAE’s noble ranking as the largest donor of foreign assistance in the world compared to its Gross Domestic Product.
The CEO of Trends stressed that the UAE’s humanitarian work has become a global role model. It pursues a comprehensive institutional approach that is not limited to delivering material assistance only. It also takes the initiative of moving actively to areas of humanitarian crises, interacting with them, and extending a helping hand.
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