Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Defence, and Chairman of the Dubai Executive Council, has established the “Supervisory Committee for Sheikha Hind bint Maktoum’s Family Initiatives.” The committee will be chaired by Hessa bint Issa Bou Hamid, the Director General of the Community Development Authority in Dubai.
A Commitment to Social Development
This initiative aims to support the objectives outlined in the “Dubai Social Agenda 33” and to reinforce Dubai’s commitment to creating a comprehensive and sustainable social framework that positions the family at the centre of development processes. It seeks to enhance the quality of life, stability, and the ability of families to contribute effectively to the emirate’s future.
The Importance of Family Stability
Sheikh Hamdan emphasized that the Emirati family serves as the fundamental pillar for community stability and prosperity. He stated that investing in the enhancement of family stability and empowerment is a direct investment in Dubai’s future and sustainable development.
A Comprehensive Social Framework
He further remarked, “Dubai continues to develop a social framework that prioritises human welfare, working to provide the essentials that enable families to prosper and actively participate in the development process, thereby enhancing the overall quality of life.”
Sheikh Hamdan noted that the formation of the supervisory committee exemplifies Dubai’s approach to unifying government efforts and ensuring holistic strategies directed towards common developmental priorities. The ultimate objective is to establish Dubai as a global model for quality of life and social development, centred on human well-being and the family unit.
Role of the Committee
Hessa bint Issa Bou Hamid stated that the committee serves as a comprehensive institutional framework for governing government efforts and developing initiatives and services directed at families. This collaboration aims to enhance the efficiency of collective work and elevate the responsiveness to families’ needs and aspirations.
According to her, the committee will oversee the implementation of Sheikha Hind bint Maktoum’s Family Initiatives through a collaborative operational framework that emphasises role integration, clear responsibilities, impact measurement, and improved coordination among relevant stakeholders. This supports the achievement of objectives within the Dubai Social Agenda 33 and strengthens family stability in the emirate.
Transforming Social Priorities into Tangible Impact
“We will focus on transforming social priorities into initiatives and services that have a tangible and sustainable impact on families’ lives,” said Bou Hamid. This will be achieved through leveraging data, developing proactive policies, and enhancing integration among government entities, addressing future challenges while aligning with families’ ambitions.
Commitment to Excellence
The establishment of the supervisory committee for Sheikha Hind bint Maktoum’s Family Initiatives clearly reflects Dubai’s government commitment to continuously enhance an advanced social system, founded on effective government partnerships, proactive planning, and impact measurement. This aims to provide families with a supportive environment for stability and prosperity.
It also embodies Dubai’s vision that sustainable development begins with the family; enhancing its cohesion and quality of life is fundamental to building a more interconnected community capable of shaping the future, solidifying the emirate’s status among the world’s best cities for living, working, and family establishment.
Committee Composition
The committee, led by Hessa bint Issa Bou Hamid, includes Marwan bin Ghalita, Director General of Dubai Municipality, as Vice Chairman. Other members include Aisha Abdullah Miran, Director General of the Knowledge and Human Development Authority in Dubai; Dr. Alawi Sheikh Ali, Director General of Dubai Health Authority; Omar Boshahab, Director General of the Land and Property Department in Dubai; Abdullah bin Zayed Al-Falasi, Director General of the Government of Dubai Human Resources; and Mohammed Hassan Al-Shehhi, Executive Director of the Mohammed bin Rashid Housing Establishment.
This initiative underscores the leadership’s dedication to strengthening the Emirati family’s role and reinforces the integrated approach of government work to support social priorities in Dubai, thereby enhancing the quality of life for Emirati families.
Monitoring and Evaluation
The committee will also be responsible for monitoring the execution of initiatives under Sheikha Hind bint Maktoum’s Family Initiatives, ensuring outcomes align with established goals and plans. Additionally, it will coordinate efforts among involved government entities in Dubai, guaranteeing the integration and efficiency of these initiatives and services.
Moreover, the committee will propose recommendations regarding policies and initiatives that support family stability, elevate quality of life, and subsequently present these to the Supreme Committee for Development and Citizen Affairs for approval. It will also monitor performance indicators linked to initiatives, measure their impact, and provide periodic reports on progress.
The committee’s scope of work includes suggesting plans and programs that support family priorities, forming specialised task forces when necessary, enhancing the integration of governmental policies and initiatives, and aligning outputs with Dubai’s strategic directions and the goals of the “Dubai Social Agenda 33.”
Sheikh Hamdan’s Key Messages:
- Enhancing the foundation of the Emirati family and empowering it is a direct investment in Dubai’s future and sustainable development.
- Our goal is to establish Dubai as a global model for quality of life and social development, centred around humanity with the family as its foundation.
- The creation of the “Supervisory Committee for Sheikha Hind bint Maktoum’s Family Initiatives” embodies Dubai’s commitment to unifying and integrating government efforts.
Hessa Bou Hamid’s Key Messages:
- The committee represents a comprehensive institutional framework for governing government efforts and developing initiatives and services aimed at families.