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Abu Dhabi Set to Host First World Deaf Congress in the Middle East, Reveals Winning Logo by Jordanian Deaf Artist

The ‘XX World’s Congress of the World Federation of the Deaf 2027’ will bring together 2,000+ Deaf participants and advocates from around the world, highlighting the UAE’s expanding role as a global hub for the promotion of sign language rights

The logo, selected from a global design competition that attracted 41 entries from 14 countries, was created by a Deaf Jordanian artist and beautifully blends Deaf culture with Emirati heritage

Abu Dhabi, UAE — 14 August 2025: In a landmark moment for the Middle East and the global Deaf communities, Abu Dhabi has unveiled the official logo for the ‘XX World’s Congress of the World Federation of the Deaf 2027’, marking the beginning of preparations for this prestigious event to be held in the Arab region for the first time. The logo — revealed at the conclusion of the 5th World Federation of the Deaf(WFD) Conference in Nairobi, Kenya — celebrates a remarkable regional victory, with the winning design created by Husam Mohammad Elfara, a Deaf designer from the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan.

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Fast&Up Teams Up with Noon to Combat Summer Fatigue with Reload

Dubai, UAE, August 2025 – Fast & Up, a leading homegrown active nutrition brand, is excited to announce its new partnership with Noon, the region’s homegrown digital marketplace, to provide essential hydration support to Noon’s delivery partners throughout the intense summer months. As part of this collaboration, Fast&Up distributed Reload, an electrolyte-powered hydration solution, to delivery personnel across key locations, helping them stay hydrated, energized, and combat fatigue during their demanding workdays.

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In collaboration with the Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum International Photography Award (HIPA)

Access Abilities Expo launches “Determination Without Limits”
The world’s first global photo contest documenting the achievements and challenges of People of Determination
Open to everyone , submissions accepted from August 11 to September 7

Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 11 August 2025

The organizing committee of the AccessAbilities Expo has announced the launch of the first-of-its-kind international photography competition titled “Determination Without Limits”, in collaboration with the Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum International Photography Award (HIPA).

Ali bin Thalith, Secretary General of the Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum International Photography Award

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How Kalimat Foundation is empowering the youth through the wonder of books International Youth Day shines a light on Kalimat Foundation’s mission to ensure no child is left behind in the world of stories through ‘Ara’ and ‘Pledge a Library’


Sharjah, 11 August, 2025

International Youth Day serves as an opportunity to reflect on how a single story has the potential to inspire a profound sense of hope. In refugee camps and remote villages, curious minds find solace between pages, and braille books allow the magic of reading to light the way for a new generation. This is how Kalimat Foundation is turning pages into possibilities; celebrating youth, imagination, and the right of every child to hold the world in their hands.

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From Dreams to Determination: Senses Center Children Experience the Magic of Messi in Dubai

Dubai, UAE – August 11, 2025 —As part of the UAE’s 2025 “Year of Community” initiative, Astra Partners collaborated with Senses Residential and Day Care for Special Needs to offer a powerful and inspiring experience for a group of People of Determination (PODs). On Saturday, 9 August 2025, the children visited “The Messi Experience: A Dream Come True” at Dubai Festival City Mall, an immersive and interactive exhibition showcasing the extraordinary career of football legend Lionel Messi.

The initiative not only reflected the spirit of inclusion, but also served as a powerful reminder of how thoughtful collaborations can inspire confidence, unity, and joy within the community.

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