Following the directives of His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Ruler’s Representative in Al Dhafra Region and Chairman of the UAE Red Crescent Authority, the Authority and the Ministry of Community Empowerment, in coordination with the Ministry of Interior, have announced the continuation of maintenance services for the “Hisnetak” early fire warning devices for families benefiting from social support across the UAE.
The move is intended to strengthen community protection and help safeguard lives and property, while supporting the UAE’s wider efforts to improve quality of life, a priority on the country’s government agenda. It also aligns with the objectives of “The Year of Family 2026”, which seeks to reinforce the standing of the family and enhance its stability and cohesion.
Humanitarian support for social welfare beneficiaries
The initiative is part of the UAE Red Crescent Authority’s humanitarian programmes at the domestic level, designed to provide the conditions for a dignified and secure life for families benefiting from the social support programme.
Sheikh Hamdan has directed that the initiative be backed with Dh10 million, benefiting more than 25,000 families across the emirates.
Maintenance to begin in 2026
Maintenance work on the safety and early warning devices will begin in 2026, with the beneficiary families bearing no financial burden related to the devices, their maintenance, safety equipment or annual subscription fees, in coordination with the relevant authorities.
The Ministry of Community Empowerment, working with the UAE Red Crescent Authority and the relevant authorities in the emirates, will carry out a comprehensive survey of the targeted families nationwide, and will conduct field visits and technical studies to complete the project during 2026.
The ministry said it believes in the importance of partnership with different entities to strengthen the integration of roles in developing the social support system so that it goes beyond meeting basic needs and towards a more comprehensive model based on support, empowerment, preventive protection and improved quality of life. This reflects its vision of building a cohesive society empowered by the capabilities of its members, and reinforces the role of the family as a key partner in sustainable development.