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This year's summer programs included a series of workshops for the "Sand Al-Bayt" project, which reinforced children's sense of responsibility and their supportive role within their families. This was achieved by equipping them with leadership and executive skills that would enable them to support their mothers and siblings, contributing to the family's self-empowerment.
The Foundation also implemented a new series of the "Athar" program to instill and reinforce moral and humanitarian values in children, through practical situations and real-life experiences that instill diverse concepts in their souls with every encounter.
The Foundation presented a dialogue workshop that addressed the impact of friends on children's lives and the role of good companionship in guiding their behavior toward a better future. The workshop included interactive activities that reinforced the concept of positive friendship and emphasized the importance of choosing companionship that drives success and awareness.In line with the Foundation's mission to prepare a generation capable of facing challenges.
On the psychological side, the Foundation offered workshops for the "Skip" psychological project, targeting the age group of 6 to 13 years, to enhance the mental health of orphans and help them overcome the effects of losing their fathers, through early psychological first aid, building self-confidence, and developing emotional independence.
As part of its support for affiliated families, the Foundation organized the "You Are Safety" workshop, which focused on educating mothers about methods for preventing addiction and early intervention mechanisms to protect their children, in addition to providing them with the knowledge to help them carry out their educational roles with greater awareness.
Children from the Eastern Region participated in the "Al Sanaa" workshop, presented by Dr. Fatima Al Mughni. The workshop highlighted the values and customs of our ancestors, including hospitality, kindness, and the spirit of communication that characterizes authentic Emirati society.
A dialogue session titled "Let's Talk" was also held in cooperation with the Kalba Police Station. The session targeted children, discussed the safe use of social media, and instilled in them the concept of being cautious of digital challenges through a simplified, interactive dialogue appropriate to their age.
In addition, field trips were organized to prominent destinations across the country, such as the Museum of the Future, Ski Dubai, and the Sharjah Center for Astronomy and Space Sciences, combining fun, learning, and broadening the children's horizons.
Activities included the "Perfume Making" workshop, which provided mothers and girls with practical skills that would enable them to enter the professional field and support their small businesses. The workshop, "How to Transform Our Home into a Harmonious and Modern Space," was also offered in collaboration with Home Harmony to develop girls' sense of beauty and organization. On the health front, the Foundation collaborated with Al Jaber Optical to conduct free eye examinations for children and provide eyeglasses for beneficiaries with visual impairment. In cooperation with the Pink Caravan, early breast cancer screenings were also organized for mothers. To promote health awareness and early prevention.
The "Skills" program had a distinguished presence among the summer activities, thanks to the partnership between the Foundation, the Sharjah Teachers Association, and the Sharjah Private Education Authority. It created a stimulating environment for creativity and innovation, and provided children with opportunities to develop their talents and hone their knowledge.
The Foundation was keen to integrate the children into various activities that enhance their skills and develop their abilities. They participated in chess courses at the Sharjah Cultural Chess Club and learned self-defense (Jiu-Jitsu) at the Sharjah Self-Defense Sports Club. In addition to attending Quran memorization classes in Sharjah and the central and eastern regions in cooperation with the Quran and Sunnah Foundation, residents of the Eastern Region also participated in the activities of the Dibba Public Library, the Khorfakkan Library, the Children's Center, and the Friends of the Police Program. To enrich their cognitive and skill experiences.
In this regard, Nawal Al-Hamdi, Director of the Social Welfare Department, confirmed: “At the Sharjah Social Empowerment Foundation, we believe that empowering children begins with providing them with opportunities to discover and develop their abilities. This year’s summer programs were a rich source of knowledge and inspiring experiences, as we focused on providing them with life and professional skills that enhanced their spirit of creativity. We worked to support their mental health by offering thoughtful programs to enhance self-confidence and build social character. We also enriched their cultural experiences, providing them with the opportunity to explore new places, interact with the environment, and enjoy various activities. She added: “We continually strive to create a pioneering model for caring for and empowering children without parental care, and to create programs that combine sustainable development and effective care, in line with Sharjah’s vision of building an aware and empowered generation. We thank our partners for their support in making this season a success. “We look forward to offering more diverse and innovative summer seasons in the future."
With this rich and diverse bouquet, the Foundation embodies its mission of investing in the energies of orphans and directing them toward paths that achieve a better future for them. It also affirms its commitment to continuing to offer more diverse and innovative programs in the coming seasons. In line with the Foundation's vision of achieving comprehensive care and sustainable empowerment.
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