News DeskDubai, UAE – Major Abdullah Hamad Al Shamsi, leading the Dubai Police People of Determination Empowerment Council, proudly announces the council’s swift accomplishments in empowering individuals of determination. Al Shamsi envisions Dubai Police as a pioneering force in fostering a disability-friendly environment and a beacon of community responsibility, drawing from both local and international best practices for sustainable development.
Aligned with Dubai Police’s overarching goals, the Dubai Strategy for People of Determination, the Dubai 2033 Plan, the National Policy for Empowering People of Determination, and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, the council’s strategy is set to revolutionize inclusivity.
Outlined within are five pivotal initiatives: inclusive access, empowerment, full integration, protection, and leadership. These initiatives aim to activate national policies, enhance service effectiveness, and seamlessly integrate individuals of determination into digital services, future job roles, and architectural designs to ensure accessibility and inclusivity.
The council’s commitment to innovation, sustainability, and inclusivity is underscored by its goal to create an exceptional and equitable work environment, earning them a prestigious 100% score on the “Accessibility” certification awarded by Dubai Municipality, a first for any government institution in the emirate.
Inclusive Access
Captain Muhammad Al Mazrouei, deputy head of the Council, highlights the inclusive access initiative’s success in modifying 40 buildings to meet Dubai’s accessibility standards, ensuring readiness for emergencies and evacuations, achieving a remarkable 100% accessibility rate in 2023.
Empowerment
Al Mazrouei emphasizes the empowerment initiative’s focus on providing effective training courses, elevating the skills and career potential of individuals of determination. In 2023, 113 training courses were conducted, resulting in 15 determined leaders achieving significant positions and earning 18 awards for professional excellence.
Full Integration
The full integration initiative aims to achieve societal integration through employment and community events. In 2023, the initiative successfully filled 13.4% of total job vacancies with individuals of determination and conducted 75 community initiatives.
Protection
The protection initiative develops specialized plans and programs for criminal investigations involving individuals of determination, ensuring privacy and optimal handling of their cases through innovative technical tools.
Leadership
The leadership initiative focuses on launching innovative projects and initiatives supporting and empowering individuals of determination, garnering significant institutional recognition.
The Dubai Police People of Determination Empowerment Council stands as a testament to Dubai’s commitment to inclusivity and serves as a model for other institutions striving towards a more equitable and accessible future.
