His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the United Arab Emirates, recently honoured eight individuals for their outstanding contributions to communities across the UAE at the 11th edition of the Abu Dhabi Awards. The ceremony, held at Qasr Al Hosn in Abu Dhabi, celebrated individuals from diverse fields such as education, sustainability, medicine, humanitarian relief, community awareness, and the empowerment of People of Determination.
Among the honourees were individuals like Amna Khalifa Al Qemzi, a pioneer in organic agriculture promoting environmental sustainability, and Dr. Ahmed Osman Shatila, a consultant neurologist dedicated to managing the Multiple Sclerosis Clinic at the Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City. Other recipients included Imen Sfaxi, Salaamah Saif Al Teneij, Klaithem Obaid Al Matrooshi, Mezna Matar Al Mansoori, Saeed Naseeb Al Mansoori, and John Sexton, all recognized for their remarkable contributions to society.
His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan commended the honourees for embodying the values of giving, compassion, and altruism, which have positively impacted UAE society. He emphasized the importance of celebrating and reinforcing the values exemplified by the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, the Founding Father of the UAE.
The Abu Dhabi Awards, established in 2005, aim to recognize individuals who selflessly serve the UAE community, leaving a lasting positive impact. The ceremony was attended by dignitaries, senior officials, families of the award recipients, and official partners and supporters of the initiative.
The Abu Dhabi Awards serve as a source of inspiration for all community members, encouraging them to perform acts of goodness and make positive contributions to society. Community members are encouraged to nominate unsung heroes for future editions by visiting the Abu Dhabi Awards website.