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Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence of the UAE, and Chairman of the Executive Council of Dubai, has approved the Dubai Child Protection Protocol to improve the lives of children and residents in the UAE.
According to a Dubai Media office report, the initiatives aim not only to enhance social development benchmarks focused on children’s quality of life, but also to improve the well-being of people in the country.
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The initiatives were approved at a meeting of the Executive Council of Dubai, reflecting the UAE’s commitment to caring for its people and building an inclusive, resilient, and future-ready society.
On January 27, the UAE declared 2025 as the Year of Community.
The ‘Dubai Child Protection Protocol’ has been designed to provide a comprehensive approach to child welfare in the country, with a strong focus on family support.
Other child-centric initiatives will include proactive child welfare services, training programs for social workers, and legislative reforms to strengthen governance.
Focus of the protocol
The initiative covers multiple stages of a child’s life, including prenatal care, birth registration, early childhood services, school-age support, youth development, and pre-marital counseling for adults.
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The protocol is based on a well-governed framework for child welfare, aiming to enhance collaboration among specialized teams, such as:
- Dubai Police
- Community Development Authority
- Dubai Public Prosecution
- Dubai Courts
- Supreme Legislation Committee
- Knowledge and Human Development Authority
- Dubai Health Authority
- Dubai Academic Health Institution
- Dubai Corporation for Ambulance Services
- Erada Center
- Dubai Foundation for Women and Children
- General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs
- Digital Dubai Authority
- Dubai Sports Council
Community Development Fund Policy
This policy is designed to enhance community services, fund social programs, and foster an inclusive society for all UAE residents.
Managed by the Community Development Authority, the policy focuses on empowering UAE nationals, improving social services, and driving innovation in social support. It aligns with the Dubai Social Agenda 33 and supports various social development initiatives.
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