In a significant event highlighting community engagement and safety awareness, Sheikh Mohammed bin Hamad Al Sharqi, Crown Prince of Fujairah, attended the closing ceremony of the “Friends of Civil Defense” program. This event marked the successful graduation of 200 participants from the twelfth session of the program for 2025, emphasizing the importance of instilling security and safety concepts in the youth. The ceremony was organized by the Fujairah Civil Defense Administration as part of Fujairah Summer Initiatives, showcasing their commitment to enhancing community responsibility through educational and training initiatives.
During the ceremony, Sheikh Mohammed expressed the crucial role of fostering awareness of safety and security principles among the younger generation. He underscored the need to enhance their psychological and cognitive skills as a means to promote community responsibility. This initiative aligns with the vision of His Highness Sheikh Hamad bin Mohammed Al Sharqi, Member of the Supreme Council and Ruler of Fujairah, whose support for various community programs is aimed at empowering youth and instilling national responsibility among citizens.
Congratulating the graduates on successfully completing the course, Sheikh Mohammed praised the Civil Defense Administration for its efforts in organizing the program annually. He highlighted the comprehensive educational and training content provided during the course, which meets community safety requirements and prepares a qualified generation equipped with essential knowledge and skills to deal with various risks, emergencies, and challenges.
Brigadier Ali Obaid Al Tunaiji, Director of the Fujairah Civil Defense Administration, expressed his heartfelt gratitude to the Crown Prince for his ongoing support and commitment to community-oriented programs. He reaffirmed their dedication to instilling a culture of safety and security across the community. The event also featured speeches from the participating students, educational videos, a review of key moments from this year’s course, an oath of loyalty, and the recognition of outstanding students in the program.
The twelfth session of the “Friends of Civil Defense” program ran from July 7 to July 24, 2025, involving students from Fujairah aged 14 to 16. The curriculum included theoretical lectures on civil defense and security, awareness seminars addressing drug risks, cyber extortion, and traffic culture, as well as practical training on evacuation, fire extinguishing, and first aid techniques. Additionally, educational and recreational field visits were conducted to reinforce discipline and responsibility among the participants. The ceremony was attended by Mohammed Saeed Al-Dhanhani, Director of the Emiri Diwan of Fujairah, along with several officials and parents of the graduates.