In support of the 'Tarahum for Gaza' campaign, which aims to offer humanitarian assistance to those impacted by the ongoing conflict in the Gaza Strip, thousands of volunteers came together at the Festival Arena in Dubai Festival City over the weekend. They joined forces to prepare relief packages for those in need.
During the community event, volunteers of all ages and backgrounds, including citizens and residents, committed their time to assemble food and relief packages. This event was a collaborative effort by Dubai Cares, Watani Al Emarat Foundation, and the Islamic Affairs and Charitable Activities Department, demonstrating the UAE's commitment to humanitarian aid and unity.
Commenting on this, His Excellency Dr. Hamad Al Shaibani, Director General of the Islamic Affairs and Charitable Activities Department, said that the 'Tarahum for Gaza' campaign is in alignment with the Department's strategy, embodying the vision of the UAE leadership, which prioritises humanitarian work as a fundamental national value. He highlighted the Department’s commitment to delivering assistance to people in Gaza, mitigating the effects of the conflict, and ensuring all types of humanitarian requirements are met to overcome the challenges faced by children, women, and the elderly.
The campaign aims to provide relief to the most vulnerable segments of the population, with a particular focus on children, women, and the elderly. This initiative has garnered support from 20 relief and humanitarian organisations.
His Excellency Dr. Tariq Al Gurg, CEO of Dubai Cares, said that the campaign embodies the UAE’s enduring commitment to aiding those in need and those affected by conflicts. He stressed that Dubai Cares is channelling its resources to ensure the success of this campaign in providing relief to the Palestinian people in Gaza, while upholding the values of humanitarian and volunteer work.