الشارقة 24:
The Sharjah Social Empowerment Foundation is actively promoting its “Neighbours of the Prophet” endowment project, enhancing awareness of the importance of endowments and their role in sustaining charitable endeavours. The initiative is currently showcased at the Sharjah Archaeology Museum, affiliated with the Sharjah Museums Authority, aiming to communicate the project’s humanitarian message and objectives that support the ongoing empowerment services provided to children who have lost their fathers and their families.
Expanding Community Awareness
This initiative is part of the foundation’s broader efforts to raise awareness of the project and enhance community partnerships surrounding its mission. Recognised as a model for sustainable endowment, the project contributes its proceeds to a comprehensive array of empowerment programmes. This approach seeks to create lasting impacts in the lives of children and their families, fostering opportunities for a more stable future.
Vision for Sustainable Impact
Moona Bin Hoda Al Suwaidi, the Director General of the foundation, stated: “The “Neighbours of the Prophet” project embodies our vision to shift charitable giving from immediate effects to sustainable, recurring contributions that address the needs of children who have lost their fathers and their families. It also promotes the continuity of various empowerment programmes and services delivered to them.”
She continued: “We are committed to reaching out to all segments of society to communicate the significance of their contributions in creating a better future for our children. We greatly appreciate the cooperation of the Sharjah Museums Authority in hosting us at the Sharjah Archaeology Museum, as it highlights the importance of collaborative roles among institutions to support humanitarian and community initiatives and to reinforce a culture of sustainable giving.”
Support for Underprivileged Children
The “Neighbours of the Prophet” endowment is a vital resource supporting children without fathers, providing for their essential needs and enhancing opportunities across various life aspects, including education, health, housing, and psychological, social, and professional support. The significance of the endowment lies in its enduring impact, serving as a renewable resource accompanying children through their growth phases. This framework empowers them to overcome challenges, build capacities, and achieve their aspirations with confidence and independence. Through the “Neighbours of the Prophet” endowment, contributions transform into lasting impacts that create real opportunities, furnishing children with the essentials for stability and growth, enabling them to become proactive members of society capable of shaping their own futures.
Commitment to Community Engagement
Mesaa Saif Al Suwaidi, Director General of the Sharjah Museums Authority, affirmed that the hosting of the “Neighbours of the Prophet” project at the Sharjah Archaeology Museum aligns with the authority’s community responsibility initiatives under the “Because We Care” umbrella. This reflects the authority’s commitment to supporting humanitarian and community initiatives and fostering partnerships that contribute to sustainable societal impact.
She remarked: “We believe that the museums of Sharjah are part of a larger community, and our social responsibility revolves around giving back to this community and forming partnerships that meet its needs, thereby bridging communication between its various segments. Therefore, we are delighted to collaborate with the Sharjah Social Empowerment Foundation in promoting the “Neighbours of the Prophet” project, which carries a humanitarian message that aids children who have lost their fathers and empowers them towards a more stable future.”
Strengthening Collaborative Efforts
Through the “Neighbours of the Prophet” endowment, the Sharjah Social Empowerment Foundation continues to enhance its community presence and build cooperative bridges with various entities, aiming to broaden the circle of contributions to the endowment. The objective is to ensure that charitable efforts remain ongoing, transforming every contribution into a sustainable impact that accompanies children and their families towards a more empowered and stable future.