Hamdan bin Mohammed approves Supervisory Committee for Initiatives under Sheikha Hind bint Maktoum Family Programme

Dubai: His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence of the UAE, and Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai, has approved the formation of the Supervisory Committee for Initiatives under the Sheikha Hind bint Maktoum Family Programme. The committee will be chaired by Hessa bint Essa Buhumaid, Director General of the Community Development Authority in Dubai. The formation of the committee supports the goals of the Dubai Social Agenda 33 and advances Dubai's commitment to building an integrated and sustainable social framework that places families at the heart of development, enhances their wellbeing and stability, and enables them to contribute to the emirate's future. Sheikh Hamdan said the Emirati family is the cornerstone of a stable and prosperous society and that supporting and empowering families is a direct investment in Dubai's future and sustainable development. "Dubai continues to develop an integrated social framework that places people at the heart of its priorities and provides families with the support they need to thrive and contribute actively to the development journey, enhancing their quality of life," he said. He added: "The formation of the Supervisory Committee for Initiatives under the Sheikha Hind bint Maktoum Family Programme reflects Dubai's approach to aligning government efforts around shared development priorities. This will enhance the efficiency of the emirate's social framework and its ability to respond to current and future needs. Our goal is to establish Dubai as a global model for quality of life and social development, centred on people and founded on strong families." Hessa Buhumaid said the committee provides an integrated institutional framework for governing government efforts and developing initiatives and services for families, while strengthening collaboration and enhancing responsiveness to families' needs and aspirations. "The Committee will oversee the implementation of initiatives under the Sheikha Hind bint Maktoum Family Programme through a collaborative framework built on integrated roles, clearly defined responsibilities, impact measurement and effective coordination among the entities concerned. This will support the goals of the Dubai Social Agenda 33 and help strengthen family stability across Dubai," she said. She added that the committee will focus on translating social priorities into initiatives and services that deliver a tangible and lasting impact on families by harnessing data, developing proactive policies and strengthening integration across government. The committee reflects Dubai Government's commitment to advancing a progressive social framework based on effective government collaboration, proactive planning and impact measurement, while providing families with a supportive environment in which they can enjoy stability and thrive. Chaired by Hessa Buhumaid, the committee includes Eng. Marwan bin Ghalita, Director General of Dubai Municipality, as Vice Chairman. Members include Aisha Abdulla Miran, Director General of the Knowledge and Human Development Authority in Dubai; Dr. Alawi Alsheikh-Ali, Director General of the Dubai Health Authority; Omar Bushahab, Director General of the Dubai Land Department; Abdullah Ali bin Zayed Al Falasi, Director General of the Dubai Government Human Resources Department; and Mohammed Hassan Al Shehhi, CEO of the Mohammed Bin Rashid Housing Establishment. The committee will oversee initiatives implemented under the Sheikha Hind bint Maktoum Family Programme, verify their progress against approved objectives and plans, and coordinate efforts among relevant Dubai Government entities to enhance the integration and efficiency of initiatives and services. It will also submit proposals and recommendations on initiatives and policies aimed at strengthening the stability and quality of life of Emirati families to the Higher Committee for Development and Citizens Affairs, monitor performance indicators, assess the impact of initiatives and submit periodic reports. Its mandate also includes proposing plans and programmes that support family priorities, establishing specialised working groups when required, strengthening alignment between government policies and initiatives, and linking their outcomes to Dubai Government's strategic priorities and the goals of the Dubai Social Agenda 33.