Arjaan by Rotana hosts Iftar for families of children with special needs

Press release

Published June 7th, 2017 - 09:59 GMT

During the Iftar gathering

With a commitment to spreading the warmth of the holy month and creating an inclusive society for all, Arjaan by Rotana recently hosted students from the Special Needs Future Development Center (SNF) and their family members for an exclusive Iftar gathering. Over 40 students and parents enjoyed breaking their fast at the hotel property located in the heart of Dubai Media City.

For over ten years, SNF has dedicated itself towards empowering young adults with special needs and imparting them necessary skills to enter the workforce and achieve self-sufficiency in all aspects of life. The Center offers personalized and professional support to students above the age of fourteen years and strives to empower them to become an asset to the society through skilled work, dedication and sincerity.

Mr. Ayman Ashor, General Manager of Arjaan by Rotana, said: “Our association with SNF and the team goes a long way, and we are delighted that we can express our support for their inspiring work during this holy month. The teachers, parents and other family members of children with special needs play a crucial role in helping them adapt to the society and prove themselves. This Iftar, along with participating in a solemn ritual of Ramadan, was our way of thanking SNF for their tireless efforts and giving students an opportunity to spend quality time with their family.”

Arjaan by Rotana is guided by the values of nurturing lifelong relationships over time and providing everyone with equal opportunities to savor delightful moments.

The property features Moorish style luxurious home-comforts with world-class hospitality services; part of a multifunctional complex that includes an upscale office tower and a courtyard with a food court. The property has 167 tastefully furnished suites with spacious private balconies overlooking the sea or the city.

Background Information

Rotana Hotel Management Corporation

Rotana was founded in 1992, by a partnership between two visionary thinkers, Nasser Al Nowais and Selim El Zyr, who were joined three years later by Nael Hashweh and Imad Elias.

Operating as Rotana, it opened its first property in Abu Dhabi in 1993 and is today one of the leading hotel management companies within the Middle East and North Africa.

Rotana is a company offering the best of both worlds. A unique understanding of the culture and communities of the Middle East combined with the collective expertise of an executive team contributing over 35 years of international experience in the service industry.

Rotana aggressive expansion plans have seen the company grow from 2 properties in 1993 to a total of 70 by 2014. With several further properties planned for opening and new projects in the pipeline confirming the company's intention to have a Rotana managed property in all the major cities throughout the Middle East and North Africa within the next five years.