WATCH: Sheikh Nayhan opens Abu Dhabi Family Forum

The forum, which concluded on Sunday, was held under the patronage of Her Highness Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak, President of the General Women’s Union (GWU), President of the Supreme Council for Motherhood and Childhood, and Supreme Chairman of the Family Development Foundation. Feida).

The event, held on Al Hudayriyat Island, was organized by the Family Development Foundation and the Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak Supreme Council of Excellence and Social Intelligence Programme, chaired by Executive Committee member Sheikh Theab bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan.

Welcoming Judge Caprio in his opening statement, Sheikh Nahyan said: “For millennia, our country has been a global crossroads where distinguished scholars, jurists and leaders have traveled However, they debated the important issues of the day. Today we add Judge Caprio to this list, who has become a globally renowned advocate on issues related to empathy, compassion, understanding, and the preservation of human dignity. Judge My Excellency, I trust that you will address today an audience that will be remarkably receptive to your message.”

Sheikh Nahyan said: “First of all, I would like to express my heartfelt thanks, gratitude and respect to the patron of this conference, His Highness Sheikh Fatima bint Mubarak, the mother of our nation. A society of power for men and their families. Under her leadership and guidance, the United Arab Emirates has been able to achieve the human development goals we set for ourselves, because our women, men and our families all contribute to this.

“I am also honored to thank HH Theab bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan for his leadership in directing Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak’s Excellence and Social Intelligence Program. I am very grateful for his important role in inspiring creativity, innovation and contribution from families in our country .”

Sheikh Nahyan added: “Our greatest asset in the United Arab Emirates is that our country’s leaders have always been men of wisdom and vision. Our wise and visionary leaders, together with our people, have created A society enjoying peace and successful change.

“Our President, His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, is focusing on our country’s role in global progress and the importance of development, sustainability, opportunity and innovation. His leadership has made our country Be a beacon of tolerance and coexistence. By his example and initiative, we wholeheartedly accept the duty to respect and understand the many convictions and beliefs of those who live and work in our country.”

He continued: “The UAE is a very diverse country where people from around 200 countries live and work in peace and harmony. Ministry of Tolerance and Coexistence.

“As Minister of Tolerance and Coexistence, I have the privilege and responsibility to promote and nurture tolerance and coexistence in the United Arab Emirates and beyond. My ministry works with the country’s extremely diverse population to help build an open, safe, peaceful and prosperous country , the country is recognized as a successful example of peaceful coexistence of multiculturalism in the region and the world.”

Chief Judge Caprio of the Providence City Court in Rhode Island, USA expressed his pleasure to attend the forum.

Judge Caprio thanked Sheikh Mohamed and Sheikh Fatima for organizing the forum. He also expressed his pleasure at visiting the UAE, commending the instructions and efforts of its wise leadership to promote a culture and heritage of tolerance and forgiveness.

In his keynote speech at the forum, Caprio emphasized the importance of family values ​​because they “mean everything and define us as a nation and as individuals, noting that values ​​such as faith, hope, honor, charity and loyalty include Courtesy, respect, dignity and honor”.

He added: “As we gather here today as leaders in government, business and international relations, we must understand that we have an obligation to instill these values ​​in our smallest family units and to promote them on a larger scale. If we, the leaders in our communities, can do this, we can and will build great societies.”

Judge Caprio said his presence in Abu Dhabi was the best testament to the spread of these values ​​that resonate worldwide, adding that he had witnessed countless examples of tolerance and compassion during his visit.

“I learned that the UAE is providing opportunities and avenues for people from all over the world seeking to improve their lives and that of their families. These opportunities, along with an advanced education system, provide the foundation for the continued prosperity of individuals and the nation as a whole.”