UAE Chapter 4: Human Competencies & Aspirations

• Chapter 4 discusses furthering human competencies and aspirations for the future in the UAE.

What is Human Development?

• Human development seeks to improve people's lives physically, mentally, morally, and spiritually.
• It begins in childhood, including health, education, values, and beliefs.
• Human development strengthens a person's connection to their country and helps build a strong and united society.
• It supports sustainable development and contributes to the progress of civilization.
• Society can only improve when its people grow and develop.
• Different societies approach human development based on their beliefs and goals.
• In the UAE, human development is based on Islamic values and authentic Arab traditions.
• Human development is an integral part of national development, improving knowledge, work, food, health, and thinking.
• As individuals improve, society improves.

The UAE Leadership and Human Development

• The UAE leadership prioritizes developing people, believing it's more important than building factories or infrastructure.
• Sheikh Zayed emphasized that human development is the top priority for achieving prosperity with strong, responsible individuals.
• Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid stated leadership isn't about material achievements but about developing people.
• True leaders inspire, guide, and prepare future generations to take responsibility.
• The UAE aims to develop strong leaders with wisdom, determination, and ambition.

UAE Leadership Programs

• The UAE government has launched leadership training programs to develop Emirati talent.
• The Government Leadership Program of the Prime Minister's Office trains leaders who can bring change and shape the future.
• The UAE Model for Government Leadership creates visionary leaders who can overcome challenges and drive progress.

Qualities of the Emirati Leader

• The leadership spirit includes being an Enabler, inspiring and empowering others, developing talent, and using emotional intelligence.
• They act as Role Models, embodying strong morals, values, and integrity while spreading positivity.
• They are open to the world, embracing peace, tolerance, and global coexistence, building international relationships.

Future Outlook Qualities

• Foresight to understand global trends and anticipate challenges.
• Innovation & Motivation for Change to encourage creative thinking and calculated risks.
• Knowledge of Future Technologies, including AI and the Fourth Industrial Revolution.
• Continuous and Lifelong Learning adapting skills to future challenges.

Key Qualities of Achievement and Influence

• Flexibility and being Fast to adapt to change and maintain confidence.
• Smart and Effective Decision-Making by thinking critically for impactful decisions.
• Focus on National Goals and Results, understanding the UAE government's vision.

Year of Zayed 2018

• The UAE celebrated the "Year of Zayed" in 2018 to honor Sheikh Zayed's achievements.
• Goals included recognizing his role, appreciating his principles, honoring his global influence, strengthening national identity, and continuing his legacy.
• Key achievements included empowering women (50% representation in the Federal National Council).
• Also, supporting families and senior citizens with a national policy.
• Space Advancements launching KhalifaSat, and Global Recognition with the most powerful passport.

The Legacy of the Ancestors

• The UAE celebrates National Day on December 2, marking the unification of the seven emirates in 1971.
• The 48th National Day celebration featured stories of the past emphasizing tradition, unity, and national identity.
• Lessons included the story of poet Aousha Bint Khalifa Al Suwaidi, the story of the Diving Trips, and the story of Sheikh Zayed bin Khalifa Al Nahyan.

Giving of Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan

• Ensured economic and social stability, following his father's example of generosity.
• He launched key initiatives such as the Department of Social Services & Commercial Buildings, the Khalifa Fund for Enterprise Development, and the Defaulted Debts Settlement Fund.

Year of Giving 2017

• Sheikh Khalifa declared 2017 "The Year of Giving" to promote generosity, volunteering, and national service.
• Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid delivered a message about making a difference in people's lives.
• Themes included Social Responsibility, Volunteering, and National Service.

Developing a Culture of Volunteering

• Volunteering is any effort to benefit others without obligation.
• Volunteer work is part of the UAE culture, derived from Islamic teachings and traditions.
• Emirati society knew volunteerism before the Union, driven by solidarity and scarcity of resources.
• Examples include the Fazaa system, the Shufa, the Tiraz, and the Musafer Khana.
• Volunteer work contributes to economic development and provides psychological comfort, happiness, skills, and experiences.

Types of Volunteering

• Material Volunteering involves giving resources, money, or physical effort.
• Moral Volunteering involves giving time, knowledge, or emotional care.
• Even the smallest act of kindness matters.

Volunteer Work Supervision

• The Ministry of Community Development oversees volunteer efforts.
• As of 2009, there were 232 registered associations supporting volunteer activities.

UAE Humanitarian Organizations

• Many local organizations are dedicated to humanitarian efforts, including Dubai Cares, Noor Dubai, etc.

UAE Foreign Aid

• The UAE provides assistance based on humanitarian needs, regardless of political views or religion.
• From 1971 to 2022, the UAE has helped 176 countries, with total aid reaching AED 323 billion.

Human Development and Innovation

• Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum emphasizes human development as the foundation of a nation's success, with a focus on citizen well-being.

Innovation in Government

• Innovation means creative development that creates value, and in government, it means implementing innovative ideas for public benefit.
• Ways to innovate in the government include through processes, policies, and systems.
• Stages of government innovation include identifying challenges, generating ideas, developing & testing, validating & implementing, scaling up, and changing systems.

Year of Innovation (2015) & National Innovation Strategy

• In 2015, the Year of Innovation emphasized innovation in the UAE's national agenda.
• The National Innovation Strategy focuses on seven sectors: Exploration, Future Skills, Quality of Health, Living and Life, Green Power, Mobility, and Technology.

Leadership Thought

• Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan promotes science and knowledge for comprehensive development.

Key Factors

• Strategic Thinking & Cultural Awareness
• Strengthening the Armed Forces
• Advancing Education, Development & Youth
• Aspirations for the Future

UAE's Vision for the Future

• It includes the Mars Mission, Lunar Exploration, the Asteroid Belt Mission, and the Museum of the Future.
• UAE’s vision in allocated a ministry within its government to the future.

Museum of the Future principles

• They include People First, Prioritized Digital Services, One-Time Requested Information, Data Security & Privacy, Unified Service Channels, Smooth & Proactive Experience, and The Customer's Voice.

Foundations of State's Future Direction (Summarized by Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed)

• Human Development
• Scientific Progress
• Team Spirit
• Comprehensive Development
• National Security
• Resource Optimization
• Talent Attraction
• Global Partnerships
• Tolerance
• Peace Promotion

Conclusion

• The UAE's leaders prioritize strong citizens over buildings or money.
• They focus on keeping people safe and stable, following the wisdom of Sheikh Zayed.
• Sheikh Khalifa made giving back to society important, and Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid believes the government should always work to be better.
• The President, Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, focuses on education and young people to create a better future and recognizes the importance military to keeps the UAE safe and stable.
• The young generation must continue their leaders' work with hard work, leadership, and dreams.