Family Development Foundation makes beatitude of life grow rich
Introduced as part of Beter Family Life Discussion Councils service, the comprehensive programme includes a series of 14 discussion councils, applied sessions, and an advanced course
The Family Development Foundation (FDF) launched ‘The Path of True Happiness towards Integrated Quality of Life’ training programme to inspire individuals to embrace positive thinking and happiness as a lifestyle. Introduced as part of Beter Family Life Discussion Councils service, the comprehensive programme includes a series of 14 discussion councils, applied sessions, and an advanced course.
Sanaa Al Suwaidi, Director of the Family Development Foundation Centres in Al Ain region, said: “At FDF, we are commited to introducing this transformative programme such as ‘The Path of True Happiness towards Integrated Quality of Life’ training programme as part of Discussion Councils. With this programme, we seek to inspire individuals to embrace positive thinking and happiness as a lifestyle. We believe that by enhancing the social well-being of people, we can significantly improve their overall quality of life.”
She continued, “Discussion Councils, a vital component of the Beter Family Life service, are designed to strengthen the concepts and skills necessary to enhance the well-being of all family members and society as a whole. Our objective is to promote happiness and prosperity by enabling individuals to assess their capabilities, develop necessary skills, and foster stronger social connections. Through these councils, we aim to equip individuals with the necessary skills to foster positive family ties and provide interactive methods that encourage engagement between family members and society, all within a social environment that combines enjoyment with the application of a high quality of life.”
Amal Azzam, social expert at the FDF, said: “The FDF seeks to cultivate strong family bonds, fostering a society brimming with happiness and harmony through the introduction of ‘The Path of True Happiness towards Integrated Quality of Life’ training programme. This initiative is designed to enrich individuals’ social lives, thereby enhancing their overall well-being. Additionally, it nurtures emotional empathy, social intelligence, and tolerance, enabling people to effectively apply these qualities in their interactions.”
She highlighted that the implementation of Discussion Councils occurs at four different levels through the training programme. This programme consists of applied sessions and an advanced course, designed to equip participants with the ability to apply the acquired skills. Additionally, it seeks to help individuals effectively address the challenges of life by relying on advanced skill levels that help enhance overall quality of life, understand the concept of quality time, and improve family well-being.
Recently, the United Arab Emirates has launched a new phase of its humanitarian and development initiatives for the benefit of those affected by the earthquake that struck Syria in February of last year. This includes the opening of hundreds of housing units and the maintenance of a number of educational, health and infrastructure facilities.
The Emirates Red Crescent (ERC) has opened 300 housing units in three different locations as part of Operation “Gallant Knight 2”. The units, which are a part of the project to build 1,000 housing units to rebuild areas affected by the earthquake in Latakia Governorate, will benefit 1,500 people.
An ERC delegation headed by Rashid Mubarak Al Mansouri, Acting Secretary-general of ERC, atended the opening of the housing units. Al
Mansouri was received by Hassan Ahmad Al Shihi, UAE Ambassador to Syria; Dr. Hassan Muhammad Al Ghabash, Minister of Health of Syria; and Amer Hilal, Governor of Latakia. A number of officials and residents of the governorate were also present.
The ERC delegation laid the foundation stone for another housing project that will include 500 prefabricated housing units, as well as a school complex, a commercial centre, a mosque and a medicalcentre,inadditiontoinfrastructureservices.
The ERC delegation also received a relief ship during its visit to Syria carrying 196 tonnes of medical equipment and supplies, as well as a number of buses and an aircrat carrying medical aid and medicines to support the government and medical sectors.
The ERC has enhanced its humanitarian programmes and development projects in the health, education, housing and service sectors to improve living conditions and restore normalcy in the governorates most affected by the earthquake.