Dubai Customs’ “Sufrat Al Jamark” To Bring Happiness To Senior Citizens

As part of their CSR commitments, Dubai Customs launched “Sufrat Al Jamarik (Customs Feast)” initiative in cooperation with the Community Development Authority to bring joy and happiness to senior citizens, and share Iftar meals and time with them. CSR section at Corporate Communication Department and Ghayath Volunteer team distributed 40 Iftar meals while taking all precautionary measures.
Sufrat Al Jamarik is one of eight initiatives that Dubai Customs launched during the Holy Month of Ramadan to show solidarity and give back to the community.
“Social work is part of our sustainable strategies and we promote it through different initiatives and campaigns,” said Khalil Saqer bin Gharib, Director of Corporate Communication Department. “Our initiatives aim at strengthening ties between community members and spreading a culture of giving and benevolence especially among the elders following the wise directives of our leadership.”
On her part, Khulood Abdulla Al Sharaf, Director of Marketing and Corporate Communication Department in Community Development Authority praised Dubai Customs charity initiatives that contribute towards more solidarity and social cohesion.
“This warm activity pleases the elder citizens who live on their own, and makes them feel they are valuable in our society. Our Waleef program helps serve senior citizens and guarantee their continued integration in society.”
Background Information
Dubai Customs
Dubai Customs is one of the leading government departments taking part in enhancing sustainable development and promoting Dubai’s image worldwide, turning it into a principal capital, business and tourism destination, as it facilitates smooth movement of legitimate trade and leverages economic and social development, the matter which is consistent with its slogan stating "gateway to Dubai’s prosperity", because prosperity is usually based on free trade through a safe, fast and practical environment to meet the needs of people and adapt to their requirements. This in addition to DC’s main role to protect society and borders against those who try to smuggle prohibited substances to or through Dubai threatening the community safety and security.