United Arab Bank, UAB, has made a contribution of AED250,000 to Al Thiqah Club for the Handicapped, another milestone in the Bank’s long-standing relationship with an organisation that provides invaluable support for people with special needs in the UAE.
At a ceremony held on 18th January, UAB’s Chief Executive Officer, Paul Trowbridge, and Deputy Chief Executive Officer, Awni Al Alami, presented a cheque to a delegation from the Al Thiqah Club for the Handicapped, led by the organisation’s Chairman, Tariq Sultan Bin Khadim.
UAB has been making an annual contribution to the Al Thiqah Club for the Handicapped since 2003, as well as supporting and recruiting citizens with special needs. The bank is the exclusive sponsor of the club’s programme training sessions – with the sole objective of inducting special-needs citizens into the local community – and also employs a number of its special needs students.
Speaking on the occasion, Paul Trowbridge, CEO of United Arab Bank said, "Social responsibility has always been a pillar of UAB’s activities. Alongside the bank’s continued growth, we see it as an absolute priority to build upon our initiatives to give back to the community of which we are part, the community in which our customers live and work.
Supporting people with special needs, and providing the assistance they need to integrate fully into society and the workforce, is an invaluable cause. The efforts of Al Thiqah Club for the Handicapped and their dedication to providing effective rehabilitation are truly remarkable. We are proud to once again build upon our partnership, and look forward to supporting the club in their efforts over the year ahead." Over recent years, UAB has prioritised recruiting handicapped citizens and worked closely with organisations that champion their contribution to the community. As well as continuing to strengthen its relationship with Al Thiqah Club, the bank recently supported the Sharjah City for Humanitarian Services, which focuses on the rehabilitation of special-needs children from across the community.
