UAE President names new chairperson for Mohamed bin Zayed Foundation for Humanity

Abu Dhabi: Under the directives of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Sheikha Mariam bint Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has been appointed Chairperson of the Mohamed bin Zayed Foundation for Humanity.

Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has been appointed as Vice Chairman of the foundation.

Under the leadership of Sheikha Mariam bint Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Chairperson of the Presidential Court for National Projects, and Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Chairman of the Presidential Court for Special Affairs, the Mohamed bin Zayed Foundation for Humanity will advance the vision and philanthropy of Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan through diverse programmes and initiatives.

Sheikha Mariam said, “The Mohamed bin Zayed Foundation for Humanity reflects the philanthropic legacy of our nation and the vision of His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan. It is an honour to continue guiding this commitment towards serving humanity and investing in the building blocks of human progress to enable people everywhere to thrive.”

The Mohamed bin Zayed Foundation for Humanity aims to advance human potential, support global health priorities, and expand opportunities for the most vulnerable communities worldwide. The foundation now focuses on advancing sustainable efforts in global health and inclusive development by investing in innovative solutions that empower individuals and communities, thereby driving prosperity and progress.

Over the next five years, the Mohamed bin Zayed Foundation for Humanity aims to reach more than 500 million people across over 50 countries, spanning Asia, Africa, and the Middle East.