Tribune News Network
Doha
Within the framework of their ongoing partnership and commitment to social responsibility, United Development Company (UDC), the master developer of The Pearl and Gewan Islands, and the Orphan Care Centre ‘Dreama’ signed a framework agreement for cooperation. This agreement aims to enhance humanitarian and social initiatives in the country by providing effective support to improve the lives of orphaned children.
The agreement was signed by Sheikha Najla Ahmed Al Thani, executive director of Dreama, and Eng. Abdullatif Ali Al-Yafei, executive director of Public Services at the UDC.
The agreement includes several key points and clauses, most notably the commitment of both parties to ensure that Dreama’s members participate in local and national events organised on The Pearl and Gewan Islands. This participation provides them with opportunities to engage in and contribute to community activities. Additionally, joint awareness events and programmes will be organised, subject to mutual agreement, to enhance community awareness of orphans’ issues and needs.
Key areas of cooperation
The agreement focuses on the commitment of both UDC and Dreama to involve Dreama’s members in events held at UDC’s The Pearl and Gewan Islands by engaging them in various community activities. Both organisations aim to enhance the social experiences and confidence of orphaned children while fostering a sense of community and inclusion. From cultural festivals to sports events, this participation will offer Dreama’s members meaningful experiences that connect them to the broader social fabric of Qatar.
Sheikha Najla Ahmed Al Thani expressed her delight with this partnership, stating: "Through this agreement, we aim to empower our children with essential life and professional skills that will pave the way for a promising future. Our focus is on building self-confidence, nurturing skills, and providing practical training opportunities that enable them to achieve their aspirations. This partnership embodies Dreama Centre’s vision to create a positive and lasting impact on the lives of orphans and prepare them to become active contributors to Qatari society.”
Eng. Abdullatif Al-Yafei commented: "This agreement serves as a fundamental pillar to strengthen the ongoing collaboration between United Development Company and Dreama Centre in supporting community initiatives, particularly in preparing the children of Dreama to enhance their professional growth and personal development through providing them with training opportunities and through their continuous engagement in community activities organised on The Pearl and Gewan Islands. This partnership contributes to achieving a shared vision focused on developing the individual capabilities of the participants, thereby enhancing their active role in the community.”
Skills development and job opportunities
A key part of the cooperation is UDC’s commitment to providing short-term administrative training and skill development opportunities for Dreama’s members. UDC recognises the importance of equipping Dream’s children with practical skills that will help them succeed in the future in Qatar’s growing job market.
UDC’s vision for social responsibility
The agreement with Dreama Centre is a significant step forward in UDC’s corporate social responsibility strategy, reinforcing the company’s commitment to supporting all groups within Qatar’s society.
As the master developer of The Pearl and Gewan Islands, UDC is deeply invested in not only building world-class communities but also in ensuring that these communities are inclusive, sustainable, and socially responsible.