Dr. Tarek Sultan Bin Khadem, Executive Council Member of Sharjah, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Al-Taqa Club for the Disabled, received the certificate of the Sharjah Municipality as the "Friendly City for People with Disabilities" by the World Federation of Disabled Persons during the International Day of World Cities, held in New York City, United States of America.

This achievement is a translation of the efforts and directives of His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qassimi, Member of the Supreme Council and Ruler of Sharjah, in supporting and caring for people with disabilities and the culmination of the initiatives of Sharjah and its pioneering projects to support and empower this important group of society.

Sharjah, which is keen to harness all possibilities and facilities to serve the category of people with disabilities in various aspects of life and the interface of Arab countries in the title and take the place of the world's prestigious in the ranks of cities in support of this important and influential family within the family and which is interested in Sharjah in the framework of full and sustainable care of the community All fields.

Dr. Tarek Ben Khadem and President of the World Federation of Disabled Persons, Dr. Tarek Ben-Khadem, inaugurated the website of the World Association of the Handicapped on the occasion of the Sharjah Municipality's recognition of the title of a friend-friendly city for people with motor disabilities.

"It is no surprise that Sharjah has been named a" friend-friendly city for people with motor disabilities, "Sheikh Sultan bin Ahmed Al Qasimi, Chairman of the Sharjah Media Council, said in a statement.

He pointed to the keenness of His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qassimi, Member of the Supreme Council and Ruler of Sharjah, on the rights of all groups in society and launching many important initiatives and the first of its kind, and to find the integrated infrastructure and environment supportive and supportive of human needs and circumstances to culminate the march of 38 years For its pioneering position at the regional level.

Sheikh Shaikh Sultan bin Ahmed Al Qasimi added that the "Sharqa Al Man" has made a commitment to work in accordance with the directives of His Highness the Ruler of Sharjah, Arabi.

"The achievement of the emirate of Sharjah as a" friend-friendly city for the disabled "is an achievement for the UAE and for the Arabs in general. As we celebrate this occasion today, we renew our commitment to building more and more in the service of our children. With disabilities, and the real field is expanding for more achievements and deserves a lot of honors. "

"Thanks to God and the guidance of our wise leadership, we are witnessing a rapid increase in interest in this sector in various governmental and private institutions, whether in terms of rehabilitation, care or employment, or even the environment that is more accessible to people with disabilities. "The door opens wide and aspires to achieve more achievements in the emirate of Sharjah and at the state level, so that the UAE remains at the forefront of giving to humanity and leading people.

"The achievement of the emirate of Sharjah as a" friendly city for people with motor disabilities ", in cooperation with a number of local authorities and departments in the emirate, is worthy of attention because it clearly points to other achievements and is also an incentive for other cities and state institutions to obtain more international titles "We at the Ministry of Community Development value every step added to the achievements of our beloved country in line with the vision of 2021 and the achievement of sustainable development agendas 2030, and our ambition is always towards more giving and many achievements that benefit and directly affect the life of society."

She praised the efforts of the Emirate of Sharjah in the field of caring for and embracing people with disabilities in general. She pointed to Sharjah City for Humanitarian Services, which is the pioneer of this important segment of the UAE community. It has been offering since 1979 and benefits hundreds of community members who are in dire need of Care, rehabilitation, support and motivation, based on awareness of the importance of voluntary work in social development and the importance of providing education, training and rehabilitation services for persons with disabilities as a legitimate right for them.

She pointed out that Al Amal camp is committed to providing permanent support to people with disabilities inside and outside the country since the start of the camp in January 1986. , And provide it with a range of initiatives, activities and events for children with disabilities and their employees, which will have a good impact on them and the souls of the participants and volunteers. So Sharjah is taking the initiative to achieve more achievements that add to its balance, To impede.

Maj. Gen. Saif Al Zari Al Shamsi, Commander-in-Chief of Sharjah Police, said that the title is a tribute to the Emirate of Sharjah in particular, the UAE and the Arab region in general, and a world-class certificate of the great human dimension of the Arab experience in sponsoring this category. sustainable development.

"As a result of the directives of His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qassimi, Member of the Supreme Council and Ruler of Sharjah, and in compliance with the laws, legislations and decrees issued by the State concerning persons with motor disabilities and their rights, the Sharjah Police General Command took action, Many initiatives that sought to emphasize the interest of this important segment of society and to enhance their role and participation in community building by providing opportunities for persons with motor disabilities to obtain employment opportunities in jobs and jobs that suit them. "

Al-Shamsi added that the emirate of Sharjah is recognized as a "friendly city for people with motor disabilities", which enhances its role as an incubator for people with disabilities and provides testimony for its early efforts to care for them and protect their rights through many programs and policies adopted by the Government of Sharjah in this regard. To establish the first city for humanitarian services, which shows the status of the emirate of Sharjah in the world in this area. "

Major General Al Shamsi pointed to the infrastructure that ensures freedom of movement and the enjoyment of all the services needed by people with motor disabilities in the various police facilities, in addition to enabling them to obtain some of these services in their places of residence and residence without the need to go or themselves in police facilities and centers the police.

The General Commander of Sharjah Police confirmed the keenness of the General Command to guarantee the rights of persons with motor disabilities through the implementation of the laws and regulations that guarantee these rights, indicating the operation of many people with motor disabilities in various Sharjah police facilities and their keenness to involve them in various police activities.

Dr. Tarek Sultan bin Khadem said that the Sharjah Municipality's "City of Friendship for People with Motor Disability" is a great honor for the UAE and Sharjah, as a result of the continuous efforts and initiatives of the Emirate to take care of this group. Ruler of Sharjah and provide all their needs and rehabilitation, leading them to the top of the region in achieving its achievement.

Dr. Bin Khadem pointed to the services and facilities of the educational institutions that it provides to people with disabilities, including public and private schools and the University of Sharjah, which provides the best educational, functional and social environments for people with disabilities. Through the work of many rehabilitation courses.

The Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Trust for the Disabled, referred to the laws that ensure non-discrimination between persons with disabilities and all segments of society, whether in the work environment or in social or economic life, noting the presence of members of the boards of directors of institutions with disabilities, In higher centers run by persons with disabilities.

Dr. Bin Khadem said that the certificate received by Sharjah from the category of silver, which includes people with motor disabilities, pointing out that efforts will be mobilized and take action to complete all international standards during the next three years, to obtain the certificate in the category of gold, which includes all disabilities.

He added that Sharjah is full of local, regional and international sporting championships and achievements. Al-Taqa Trust has won the first medal in the United Arab Emirates and Al-Wehda Club members have won gold and silver medals and have participated in many tournaments around the world.

He explained that Sharjah hosts the World Games for People with Disability and Amputation in February 2019, which was the result of the support of His Highness the Ruler of Sharjah, and his interest in providing all the possibilities and facilities of international sports and all the elements of success for sports of people with disabilities.

Ali Salem Al Madfa, President of Sharjah International Airport Authority, stressed the importance of the title which reflects the interests of Sharjah in all sectors of the society and the result of the Emirate's achievements in supporting and supporting people with disabilities and activating their community participation.

"The title is a source of pride and pride to all the people of the UAE and the Arab region in general, as it crowns the humanitarian aspect of the emirate of Sharjah."

Al Madfa pointed to the many initiatives and actions taken at the Sharjah International Airport in accordance with the directives of His Highness the Ruler of Sharjah. The passengers with disabilities are provided through the airport, which provides elevators, walkways, wheelchairs and accompanying persons with disabilities from the moment of entry to the airport .

He pointed out that persons with disabilities have a priority in the service, where they get facilities in the procedures of inspection of bags and stamp passports, in addition to the availability of parking spaces reserved for their comfort in the airport, and services also include cars with cranes that carry the disabled person is moving on his wheelchair To the door of the plane and special taxis for people with disabilities with elevators in the area of ​​the coming.

On the other hand, Hamid Majul Al Nuaimi, Director of the University of Sharjah, said that the title Sharjah is a "friend friendly city for people with motor disabilities" complements many of Sharjah's achievements in the world's top cities for its interest in people,

The University, based on the directives of His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qassimi, Member of the Supreme Council and Ruler of Sharjah, President of Sharjah University, established in cooperation with Sharjah City for Humanitarian Services Resource Center for Persons with Disabilities during the academic year 2013-2014 as an independent center to be the reference body in the containment and integration process. And the empowerment of persons with disabilities through an integrated system that begins after the student meets the requirements of university admission.

He stressed the University's keenness on providing integrated services to students with disabilities, including their mobility and general movement between and inside buildings, including classrooms and toilets, as well as aluminum pillars to help students as they descend on the slopes, In all outlets and exits of the university facilities to facilitate the entry and exit of students with motor disabilities.

The university continues to develop ways of empowering people with disabilities in various fields as a form of community diversity in the public university family.


Dr. Ali Obaid Al Ali, Executive Director and Member of the Board of Trustees of the University Hospital in Sharjah, stressed the importance of the title which reinforces the emirate's position on the global map and highlights its valuable efforts in serving the category of motor disabilities

He said that the hospital is keen to improve the medical services provided to people with disabilities of all degrees, whether citizens or residents, pointing out to provide the highest standards of health care in line with the emirate's strategies to become a global provider of health care services for the category of people with motor disabilities.

He pointed out that the hospital operates a clear strategy in accordance with the directives and visions of His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qassimi, Member of the Supreme Council and Ruler of Sharjah, which aims to apply best medical practices and absolute commitment to the quality of services provided to the patient by providing the best quality standards when providing health care and nursing to our patients.

"On World Cities Day, as adopted by the United Nations, I believe that Sharjah should be declared a model city," said Metin Snytürk, president of the World Disabled Union. I hope to see these exemplary efforts in the Emirate of Sharjah being made in other countries that include our member organizations. "

He expressed his deep appreciation for the efforts of the Emirate of Sharjah to achieve its status as a friendly city for people with motor disabilities, pointing out that when the World Federation of Handicapped People visited the Emirate of Sharjah, he made inspiring remarks about the initiatives and achievements that have been achieved.

"The world should not be designed to suit one type of human beings, but to suit all human beings," he said. I hope to visit this emirate as soon as possible to roam around and see these efforts on the ground.

The selection of the emirate of Sharjah as a friendly city for people with motor disabilities, based on the presentation of an integrated file containing the efforts of the Emirate in this regard, and focused on the infrastructure of the Emirate in terms of mobility easily and easily within the city, was obtained approval when the International Federation of the Disabled, 10) representing the International Federation of Disabled Persons of the Emirate of Sharjah to identify the international standards for people with disabilities available in health, educational and service institutions

Sharjah's participation in the event is considered to be a friendly city for those with mobility disabilities. This will enhance the confidence of this community and facilitate their integration into everyday life and the enjoyment of all activities such as easy access to their places of work. .

The Sharjah file, which was presented for the title of "City Friendly for Persons with Disabilities," included Sharjah Department of Human Resources, Sharjah Commerce and Tourism Development Authority, Sharjah Municipality, Sharjah Roads and Transport Authority, Sharjah University, Sharjah Police General Headquarters, Sharjah International Airport , The Trust Club for the Handicapped, and the Sharjah Museums Authority.

The educational institutions, departments and authorities have given great attention to the category of people with motor disabilities through the provision of free university education, special courses and workshops to train them, provide them with jobs, work special facilities in the buildings where people with motor disabilities reside and provide their own positions and provide slopes at all intersections. Sharjah City, providing many exemptions and raising awareness of how to deal with people with disabilities by the employees and drivers of transportation and rehabilitation to receive them.