Special needs body marks National Day
DUBAI: Emirates down syndrome association( eds a) jointly hosted a virtual celebration ahead of the UAE’S 49th National Day. The ceremony which was full of surprise for the children of determination was held at the Emirates Down Syndrome Association headquarters in Dubai on Monday.
The event was held in line with the UAE’S Covid-19 precautionary and preventive measures. Uniting with the nation to mark the 49th UAE National Day, the children of Emirates Down Syndrome Association sang national anthems, painted the national flag, created food platers and sandwiches in the colours of the UAE flag. The event was held in collaboration with the local franchise of a global toy retailer.
The event was conducted in the presence of Nawal Al Haj Nasser, ESDA vice chairperson, Salma Kannan, CEO of EDSA, Captain Khamis Ibrahim, founding member of EDSA and Jonathan Wats, general manager of Toys ‘R’ Us Mena region.
Wats said: “We want to make this national day celebration a special one for these children and hope to fill their day with fun, laughter and joy. It was our privilege to spend quality time with the children .“through this initiative, we are delighted to join the country in celebrating the spirit of solidarity and unity.
“As the UAE’S official annual event, National Day brings together its multitude of nationalities in a united celebration of inclusivity and tolerance,” Wats added.