Under the presidency of Dhiyab bin Mohammed bin Zayed, the Board of Trustees of the “Zayed Humanitarian Legacy Foundation” held its regular meeting to discuss the achievements of 2025 and strategic directions for 2026. This meeting highlights the UAE’s commitment to enhancing its humanitarian and charitable efforts, following the humanitarian legacy left by Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan. During the meeting, a strategic vision was affirmed that contributes to improving the lives of individuals and communities globally.
Achievements of 2025: A Sustainable Vision
The meeting reviewed the achievements made by the Zayed Humanitarian Legacy Foundation in 2025, where His Highness Sheikh Dhiyab bin Mohammed bin Zayed emphasized the importance of these accomplishments in enhancing the UAE’s position on the global humanitarian stage. His Highness noted that these achievements align with the vision of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, reflecting the country’s commitment to sustainable giving across various fields.
Strategic Directions for 2026
The meeting focused on the strategies for 2026, which has been declared the Year of the Family, highlighting the family’s role in humanitarian work. These directions aim to improve community cohesion and create positive change in the lives of individuals, while enhancing governance and institutional performance efficiency. These strategies will enable the Zayed Humanitarian Legacy Foundation to direct its resources more effectively to achieve the desired positive impact.
Enhancing Cooperation and Resources
The meeting addressed the necessity of strengthening coordination and integration among the entities affiliated with the Zayed Humanitarian Legacy Foundation, as the board seeks to enhance performance efficiency to ensure tangible impact. Specifically, the importance of placing people and families at the core of humanitarian and developmental work was emphasized, reflecting the foundation’s strategic approach to effectively respond to existing challenges.
Expanding the Scope of Impact
The Zayed Humanitarian Legacy Foundation includes 14 active entities that contribute to achieving positive results in over 100 countries around the world. These entities operate in the fields of healthcare, education, culture, agriculture, and food security, reflecting the diversity and vast reach of the foundation’s work. This approach ensures the foundation’s ability to provide support to communities in times of need, contributing to the improvement of living conditions for various peoples around the world.