In a significant move aimed at bolstering community and humanitarian initiatives, the Dubai Police General Command and the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Humanitarian Foundation have formalised their strategic partnership by signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU). This agreement aligns with the vision of the country’s leadership to cultivate a more cohesive, happy, and secure society.
Details of the Agreement
The MoU was signed by His Excellency Major General Saif Mohammed Saif bin Abed, Assistant Commander-in-Chief for Excellence and Leadership at Dubai Police, and His Excellency Ahmed Khalfan Al Mansoori, a member of the Board of Trustees of the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Foundation. The signing ceremony was attended by several officials, including Brigadier Faisal Al Khameeri, Acting Director of the General Department of Human Rights at Dubai Police, and Colonel Dr. Hussein Ali Hussein Al Ali, Director of Administrative Affairs. The foundation was represented by Saleh Zahir Al Mazrouei, Executive Director, Abdullah Daheen Al Kutbi, Director of Social Support, and Othman Bohayed Al Mehairi, Government Communication Officer.
Building on Previous Collaborations
This agreement represents an extension of a long-standing collaborative relationship between the two entities, resulting in numerous joint humanitarian and community initiatives over the years. These initiatives have focused on supporting underprivileged families, caring for individuals with special needs, and promoting charitable efforts, reflecting the integration of governmental and charitable institutions in serving the community.
Future Directions for Cooperation
Both parties affirmed that the upcoming phase of collaboration will see expanded areas of cooperation, with the development of innovative programmes targeting diverse segments of society. This will further enhance quality of life and solidify concepts of giving and volunteerism, ensuring a sustainable impact that aligns with the UAE’s community development goals.
Statements from Leadership
Major General Saif bin Abed expressed the Dubai Police’s commitment to collaborating with the Mohammed bin Rashid Foundation to support humanitarian and charitable efforts. He acknowledged the substantial contributions made by the foundation in championing charitable work and fulfilling the directives of the nation’s leaders and government.
He elaborated that the partnership between both institutions exemplifies an effective model of corporate collaboration, demonstrating their commitment to unifying efforts and exchanging expertise to implement quality initiatives that enhance community safety and improve overall quality of life.
Ahmed Khalfan Al Mansoori remarked, “We take pride in the strategic partnership between our foundation and Dubai Police, which represents a pioneering national model of integration between government and charitable institutions.” He noted that this collaboration has facilitated the launch and execution of many impactful humanitarian initiatives, and expressed eagerness to expand this partnership to further benefit humanity and promote sustainable community development.
He also highlighted that the Mohammed bin Rashid Foundation and Dubai Police continue to work as one team, reinforcing the UAE’s position as a global model in institutional integration and humanitarian work. He reiterated that effective partnerships are crucial pillars of sustainable development and community service.