Abu Dhabi Awards Honour Exceptional Contributors to UAE Communities

Abu Dhabi, The Gulf Observer: In a prestigious ceremony held at Qasr Al Hosn in Abu Dhabi, His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the United Arab Emirates, bestowed honours upon eight individuals for their remarkable contributions to communities across the UAE during the 11th edition of the Abu Dhabi Awards.

The distinguished recipients of the Abu Dhabi Awards were recognized for their positive impact on UAE society across various sectors including education, sustainability, medicine, humanitarian relief, community awareness, and the empowerment of People of Determination.

His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan extended his heartfelt congratulations to all the honourees, acknowledging their inspiring efforts and significant contributions in serving society.

Reflecting on the values of giving, compassion, and altruism, His Highness emphasized, “The recipients of the Abu Dhabi Awards truly embody the timeless values of giving, compassion, and altruism, and through their deeds they have positively impacted UAE society in a variety of ways. By honouring their selflessness and dedication, we also celebrate and reinforce the values exemplified by the Founding Father of the UAE, the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan.”

The ceremony was graced by the presence of esteemed dignitaries including H.H. Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi; H.H. Lt. General Sheikh Saif bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of the Interior; H.H. Sheikh Theyab bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Chairman of the Presidential Court for Development and Martyrs Families Affairs; H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan; H.H. Sheikh Zayed bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan; H.H. Sheikh Zayed bin Hamdan bin Zayed Al Nahyan; and Sheikh Mohammed bin Hamad bin Tahnoun Al Nahyan, Advisor for Special Affairs at the Presidential Court. The event was also attended by a distinguished audience comprising senior officials, the families of award recipients, and official partners and supporters of the initiative.