ABU DHABI: The Authority of Social Contribution – Ma’an, signed an agreement with Abu Dhabi Police to launch a partnership programme aimed at establishing more consistent lifestyles for juveniles and driving their reintegration into the society.
Ma’an’s overarching goal is to create a collaborative and cohesive community through initiatives that provide innovative and sustainable solutions to social priorities in the Abu Dhabi emirate, involving partners from the private and public sector to support a thriving Third Sector. Set to deliver a positive impact for juveniles and facilitate an exploratory journey that encourages new interests, the latest initiative will create intervention in the system and have a long-lasting effect on participants.
This programme will be delivered under Ma’an’s social contracting scheme, an innovative and internationally recognised financial tool that supports high-impact social programmes. Implemented by MAKE, the initiative includes a number of educational and creative how-to courses teaching technical skills, and various handicrafts.
Mohamed Al Mashgouni, Acting Social Incubation and Contracting Executive Director, Authority of Social Contribution – Ma’an, said: “The Authority of Social Contribution – Ma’an is collaborating with its strategic partners to foster a culture of social contracting. This will help assess the achievements and objectives of the projects implemented, as well as establish clear methodologies for measuring their impact. By doing so, we can move beyond short-term, achievement-based approach and embrace a more sustainable, long-term vision for achieving social innovation. This approach will enable us to identify unconventional yet efficient, flexible, and effective solutions to address various challenges. Partnerships are at the heart of Ma’an to enable genuine social impact. We’re thrilled to partner with Abu Dhabi Police to launch the programme with MAKE. The rehabilitation and education of juveniles is so important to not only reduce re-offending, but also increase the impact on society by reintegrating young people with an array of transferable skills.
“Ma’an brings together the government, private sector and civil society with the objective of supporting sustainable solutions to social challenges, and ensures that fundraising is channelled to address social priorities that matter to Abu Dhabi community as the official channel to receive contributions,” He added.
Brigadier Ahmed Masoud Al Mazrouei, Director of the Police Follow-Up Department at the Community Security Sector, emphasised the Abu Dhabi Police’s commitment to collaborating with strategic partners on a variety of projects and initiatives aimed at supporting youth development.
“Our goal is to prepare young people to take responsibility for the future of the UAE, enhance security, and exchange expertise and shared experiences.”
Al Mazrouei highlighted his department’s commitment to strengthening crime prevention methods through awareness campaigns, educational programmes, and concerted efforts to activate the foundations of security and social awareness. “By doing so, we aim to have a positive impact on youth and children, reintegrating them effectively into society and providing them with continuous support and upgraded services that meet their evolving needs. We prioritise the humanitarian aspect of our work, ensuring that we adhere to the highest international standards to enhance the success of juvenile rehabilitation,” he added.
Al Mazrouei also emphasised the success of the “Hand in Hand” project through collaboration with strategic partners. “This initiative focuses on developing the skills and talents of juveniles and minors by partnering with community institutions and government agencies. We also extend a helping hand to juveniles after their rehabilitation, guiding them to find employment opportunities that match their qualifications and skills.”
Talal AlAnsari, General Manager, MAKE, said: “MAKE is committed to creating opportunities for all members of our community to learn and grow. We believe that this partnership will allow us to extend that mission to a group of young people who may be facing significant challenges. By offering hands-on learning experiences, we hope to inspire creativity, curiosity, and a sense of possibility in these young minds. We believe that by catalysing new skill development and fostering a strong community of makers, we can drive economic growth and spur innovation. Our corporate values of inclusivity, sustainability, community, and capability-building guide us in our mission to inspire creativity and unlock the potential of individuals from all backgrounds.”
Further information on Ma’an’s diverse projects, as well as contributory and volunteer information can be found on www.maan.gov.ae.
