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“Families are like branches on a tree. We grow in different directions yet our roots remain as one.” A ‘Together in Ramadan’ initiative by Travelwings.
Corporate Social Responsibility – CSR UAE
This month of reverence, Travelwings ‘Together in Ramadan‘ initiative brings people from different backgrounds to celebrate the #Marchofgiving in the UAE. The idea was to share moments of togetherness with people staying away from their families and home country. The feeling of longing to spend time with family is one that many of us are aware of. However, a handful of people get to do this once after three or five years.
People Who Build Dubai
Dubai is home to a massive workforce often credited with creating engineering marvels for which the city is popular. The rulers of the UAE have been kind enough to extend help to individuals working towards their goals. Many individuals often have to make the difficult choice to leave their families behind as they seek better opportunities elsewhere. Their motivation is to secure a better livelihood for themselves and their families back home.
In this season of reverence, Travelwings was happy to share the blessings with certain individuals. The ‘together in Ramadan‘ initiative was to offer something invaluable – love, care and blessings.
Who Is The Bee’ah Group?
Bee’ah Group is a leading firm in the sustainability sector, aiming to achieve its goals via digitization. The group is part of various projects across the MENA region, each focused on improving the quality of life. They aim to contribute to the betterment of communities and individuals throughout the region.
Where Did It Happen?
A booking for 40 people was made at the Grand Barbeque Restaurant at Jumeirah. The restaurant, per the ‘together in Ramadan‘ initiative, was happy to assist Travelwings in setting up this special event. The staff greeted our guests warmly, aiming to give back to those who tirelessly serve the community day and night. They hoped to express gratitude and support for the dedication shown by these individuals towards the betterment of the community.
A Ramadan With #Marchofgiving
These are just a few of the many guests that Travelwings hosted at the Grand Barbeque Restaurant in Jumeirah. Our team members welcomed 40 construction workers from Al Sajaa Industrial Area, Sharjah, at the restaurant. The team received them warmly, extending hospitality to the group upon their arrival. The Bee’ah Group’s top management kindly arranged for their team members to attend an Iftar dinner, offering their support. The gesture exemplified their commitment to fostering community spirit and providing assistance where needed.
In appreciation, Travelwings shared a small hamper with these enthusiastic gentlemen, containing goodies as part of the celebration. The gesture aimed to express gratitude and enhance the celebration for the individuals involved.
Activity II – Helping People Reach Home
Travelwings on the occasion of Ramadan decided to bring families closer. To kick off this initiative Travelwings went to the Philippine Embassy and proposed an idea. The idea was to help some distressed Filipino working-class individuals get back home. We in collaboration with the OWWA (Overseas Workers Welfare Administration), headed by Attache Labor Mr John Bautista & Welfare Officer Ms Pat Cobarrubias. Got together and awarded Ms Alena Gonza & Ms Akina Marie Juranes a one-way ticket to the Philippines.
What is the OWWA (Overseas Workers Welfare Administration)?
It is a non-profit organization working to help Filipino workers who need help in returning home. The NGO works to assist distressed Filipino workers unable to save enough to pay for airline tickets to go back home.
Activity III – A Day At Muhaisnah Labour Camps
Travelwings together in Ramadan campaign brings us to the Gems and Grandweld labour camp. The day began with unloading over 2000 Travelwings goodie bags from pickup and next aligning them neatly in a store room at the camp. Next, the distribution of the bags began with influencers Ms Laghie and RJ Anjana handing over the bags to the labourers. It was a two-day event that took place at the Muhaisnah Camps. Travelwings Dubai organised the event with help from Birthday Bliss, Infinity Business Consultancy & Ms Mika Coquia.
What and Where are the Muhaisnah Labour Camps?
Our ‘together in Ramadan’ brought us to the Gems and Grandweld camps which the the Muhaisnah group manages. The particular areas in discussion are sub-localities which house several labour accommodations and labour camps. These people are mainly South Asian labourers who service the industrial areas of Al Qusais, as well as construction workers who support real estate projects south of Dubai Creek.
Travelwings- Spreading The Joy of Ramadan
Our team at Travelwings is always on the lookout to help out the people who serve the UAE. It has been our earnest approach to encapsulate the feeling of oneness and inclusivity, which is shown in our earnest endeavour to give back to the community. This small get-together was a small step in the direction of several such initiatives aligned for March. Travelwings initiative of ‘together in Ramadan’ was to showcase the oneness in diversity that the UAE stands for.
