Photos: In support of the determined, thousands take part in 'Unity Run' in Dubai

Around 10,000 people participated in the 4th ‘Emirates NBD Unity Run’ in Dubai

Published: November 15, 2019 17:14 Gulf News Web Report

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Around 10,000 people participated in the fourth ‘Emirates NBD Unity Run’ in Dubai Silicon Oasis (DSO) in support of people of determination. Image Credit: Antonin Kélian Kallouche/Gulf Ne

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The run supports two centres for children and young people of determination – Senses Residential and Day Care Centre and Al Noor Centre for Persons with Disabilities – as well as Emirates Red Crescent, a leading UAE-based NGO. Image Credit: Antonin Kélian Kallouche/Gulf Ne

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This year, the event was also held in celebration of UAE’s Year of Tolerance (2019), with international cultural pavilions from embassies and consulates based in the UAE participating. Diplomats from a number of countries and dignitaries took part in a symbolic ‘Tolerance Tree’ planting ceremony after the run. Image Credit: Antonin Kélian Kallouche/Gulf Ne

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The event featured a 3-km walk and a 10-km run on the roads surrounding the headquarters of Dubai Silicon Oasis. Image Credit: Antonin Kélian Kallouche/Gulf Ne

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Filipino band performing during the the Unity Run taking place at Silicon Oasis, Dubai. Image Credit: Antonin Kélian Kallouche/Gulf Ne

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Madam Raja Rabia, Consulate General of France, participating in the ceremony of 'Planting Trees of Tolerance' during the Unity Run. Image Credit: Antonin Kélian Kallouche/Gulf Ne

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People from all walks of life, from as far away as Abu Dhabi, participated in the event. Image Credit: Antonin Kélian Kallouche/Gulf Ne

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Families were encouraged to bring their children and prams for the event. Image Credit: Antonin Kallouche/Gulf News

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Saeed Hareb, Secretary General of Dubai Sports Council, participating in the ceremony of 'Planting Trees of Tolerance' during the Unity Run. Image Credit: Antonin Kélian Kallouche/Gulf Ne

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The Unity Run taking place at Silicon Oasis, Dubai. Image Credit: Antonin Kélian Kallouche/Gulf Ne

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Mogobo David Magabe, Consul General of South African, participating in the ceremony of 'Planting Trees of Tolerance' during the Unity Run. Image Credit: Antonin Kélian Kallouche/Gulf Ne

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