Dubai: Dubai Bank has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Community Development Authority (CDA). The agreement marks a significant step forward in the bank's corporate social responsibility programme, and is in line with its commitment to support educational causes through its activities.
Under the terms, Dubai Bank will work with the CDA to integrate people with disabilities into mainstream society.
The first step in achieving this is a series of training workshops for Dubai Bank employees and customers to raise awareness of the unique needs of this section of the community.
"The MoU with CDA emphasises our commitment to serving the local community. We are very pleased to partner with CDA and look forward to supporting social development activities in Dubai," said Salam Al Shaksy, CEO of Dubai Bank. "We strongly believe that education plays an integral role in raising awareness and building integrated, supportive societies. With activities such as the upcoming educational workshops, we also hope to enhance the reach and benefits of our overarching corporate social responsibility programme."
Khalid Al Kamdah, CDA director-general, said: "The agreement between CDA and Dubai Bank is in line with our social service programmes, which support the integration of marginalised groups in our society. CDA works with the disadvantaged groups in two ways: First, tackling the stereotypical view towards people with special needs, and second, providing them with special facilities that suit their needs. There is no doubt that raising awareness and sensitivity towards those with disabilities is a key factor in achieving progress in this area."
Workshop participants will work with experienced CDA trainers to understand the different types of disabilities. They will also be encouraged to learn key skills required in assisting these individuals to be more integrated into mainstream society.
