Abu dhabi: Emirates Post, in collaboration with the Supreme Council for Motherhood and Childhood, has issued a commemorative stamp to mark the 20th anniversary of the Council's establishment, highlighting its significant contributions to UAE society.
According to Emirates News Agency, the stamp commemorates the Council's journey since its inception in 2003 by the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan. It underscores the pivotal role the Council has played over the past two decades in championing the rights and welfare of mothers and children, under the leadership of H.H. Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak. Sheikha Fatima serves as the Mother of the Nation, Chairwoman of the General Women's Union (GWU), President of the Supreme Council for Motherhood and Childhood, and Supreme Chairwoman of the Family Development Foundation (FDF).
This commemorative issue highlights the Council's efforts to enhance maternal and child welfare across the UAE, positioning it as the official national body addressing issues related to motherhood and childhood. The Council remains a foundational institution within the UAE's social framework, dedicated to safeguarding the well-being of mothers and children.
Rym Abdullah Al Falasy, Secretary-General of the Supreme Council for Motherhood and Childhood, emphasized the Council's accomplishments over its 20-year journey, attributing them largely to the support and vision of H.H. Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak. Her leadership has significantly advanced the maternal and childhood sector, aligning it with the aspirations of UAE mothers and the hopes of their children.
Al Falasy noted that H.H. Sheikha Fatima has been the Council's strongest advocate, closely overseeing its progress and cultivating a nurturing environment that has benefited mothers and children nationwide. She added that these efforts have resulted in opportunities, services, and capabilities that exceed the standards of the most advanced nations, making mothers and children central to the UAE's sustainable development.
She further remarked that the commemorative stamp serves as a tribute to two decades of dedicated service and commitment to empowering two of the nation's most cherished segments. It reflects the Council's initiatives that align with the UAE leadership's vision of prioritizing people, enhancing well-being, and improving quality of life.
Tariq Al Wahedi, Group CEO of 7X, stated that the stamp reflects Emirates Post's dedication to preserving the UAE's cultural legacy and honoring its achievements. Postal stamps have long chronicled the nation's evolution, capturing milestones and values for future generations. This collaboration with the Supreme Council for Motherhood and Childhood celebrates its role in empowering mothers and children, reinforcing the UAE's global reputation as a beacon of social welfare and sustainable development.
The stamp design features the date July 30, the day the official decree establishing the Supreme Council for Motherhood and Childhood was published in the UAE's Official Gazette in 2003. It also includes an image of the Council's newly inaugurated headquarters bearing its official name. The headquarters' architecture symbolizes the Council's progress and legacy, representing its initiatives to elevate social welfare for mothers and children and fostering a culture of innovation and creativity.