Jameela Al Qasimi shares iftar with SSEF orphans and employees

The iftar comes as part of the Foundation’s efforts to strengthen social ties between Her Excellency Sheikha Jameela Al Qasimi, orphans, and the Foundation’s staff, and to bring joy to the hearts of members during the holy month of Ramadan.

The Iftar meal was filled with an atmosphere of brotherhood and direct communication among the attendees.This contributed to creating a warm environment that fostered a sense of belonging and support.

Orphans are essential part of the fabric of society

On this occasion, Sheikha Jameela Al Qasimi stated: “I was pleased to meet my orphaned children during these blessed days of the holy month. We affirm that they are an essential part of the fabric of our society, and our role is to support and care for them with all love and care. Empowering them is not an option. Rather, it is a duty that guarantees them a dignified life and a bright future. Hence, the importance of our role as individuals and institutions in providing them with the necessary support, not only through financial aid, but also by giving them a sense of security and belonging. Sheikha Jameela Al Qasimi confirmed “a cohesive society is a society capable of advancing all its children without exception. Community solidarity is a fundamental pillar in building the future of these children, and our participation today reflects the importance of rallying around them and listening to them, and providing them with the psychological and social security they need to become active members of society”.

Reinforcing the concept of a single family

In a statement by Ms. Mona Bin Hadda Al Suwaidi, Director General of SSEF: “We were pleased to meet Her Excellency Sheikha Jameela Al Qasimi with our fatherless children. She is keen to meet them every Ramadan season and share iftar with them. We emphasise that these meetings reinforce the concept of a single family that embraces them, supports their life journey, gives them a sense of care and love, and enhances their sense of social stability.

Al Suwaidi added “the Foundation is keen to organise such initiatives that aim to instill human values and strengthen the relationships between us and the orphans. The group breakfast is not just an occasion to eat, but rather an opportunity to exchange positive feelings. A message that reflects the values of solidarity and support upon which our society is based. We are committed to ensuring that every orphan feels surrounded by a large family that embraces and supports them throughout their journey. Seeing the smiles on their faces is our greatest achievement."

The Iftar programme included distributing Eid gifts to the children, in a noble step that reflects her happiness in making the children happy, bringing joy and happiness to their hearts, and reinforcing the values of happiness and joy. Group iftars are part of a series of Ramadan activities organised by the Foundation as part of the "Iftarhom" project, one of the most prominent projects of the "Zakk" Ramadan campaign, to support and empower families and improve their quality of life.