His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, launched the 'National Behavioural Reward Programme' on Saturday at Qasr Al Watan in Abu Dhabi.
The programme is one of the initiatives of the Department of Behavioural Rewards of the Ministry of Possibilities to support and carry out the strategic framework and the national model for behavioural rewards, and the first project in behavioural science focusing on three main pillars, the homeland, society and family.
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid assigned Lt. General Sheikh Saif bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of the Interior, to lead the behavioural rewards management team, as part of the responsibilities of the Ministry of Possibilities.
The team will work on a national methodology to motivate positive behaviour as an approved tool in the country to work on the nation’s strategic framework.
The launch of the National Behavioural Reward Programme is based on living a positive life, and will be run in cooperation with Fazaa and a number of partners in the private sector.
Sheikh Mohammed stressed that positive citizenship is an important and indispensable element for building a society and developed a country, as it is the main factor in ensuring the strength of the societal fabric, in the face of various challenges, noting that authentic Emirati values were and are still the fortress of society.
"Encouraging positive behaviour contributes to improving the quality of life and achieving the happiness of society. Our inherent values have always been a hallmark of the Emirati personality," added Sheikh Mohammed.
Sharjah City Municipality has confirmed that no fines have been imposed on motorists who violated public parking regulations during the recent extreme weather conditions.
The Dubai Health Authority (DHA) has established a Disaster and Crisis Management Office as part of efforts to enhance the health security system in the emirate.
The UAE has welcomed a review report on the performance of the United Nations Relief Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA), affirming its crucial role in supporting relief and development efforts for the Palestinian people.
The local Emergency, Crisis and Disaster Management Team in Sharjah has confirmed the reopening of all roads, which had been blocked after record rains last week left several parts indundated.
More inter-city public bus services have been restarted by Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA), including Route E100 connecting Al Ghubaiba and Abu Dhabi central bus stations.
His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai has praised the emirate's resilience and collective response thought the recent weather conditions.
"Reaching the Last Mile", a global health initiative led by UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, has pledged AED 55 million to the Global Institute for Disease Elimination (GLIDE).
His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Minister of Foreign Affairs has expressed his gratitude for the solidarity and support shown by the Pakistani government following challenging weather conditions last week.
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and Austrian Chancellor Karl Nehammer have discussed the deteriorating humanitarian situation in the Gaza Strip.
Dubai’s Community Development Authority (CDA) is facilitating financial contributions through its 'Jood' digital platform to assist people affected by the recent extreme weather conditions.
Sharjah City Municipality has confirmed that no fines have been imposed on motorists who violated public parking regulations during the recent extreme weather conditions.
The Dubai Health Authority (DHA) has established a Disaster and Crisis Management Office as part of efforts to enhance the health security system in the emirate.