The Emirati Human Resources Development Council (EHRDC) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Community Development Authority (CDA), marking a significant step towards strengthening collaboration and promoting shared objectives in community and workforce development.
The MoU intends to enhance employment opportunities for Emiratis in Dubai and increase their contribution to the Emirate’s economic and social progress.
Under this MoU, EHRDC and CDA will work together to support Dubai’s broader strategy to empower national talent by launching targeted programs and initiatives, fostering robust synergy among government entities, and creating inclusive job opportunities for Emiratis across all sectors.
HE Abdullah bin Zayed Al Falasi, Director-General of the Dubai Government Human Recourses and Deputy Chairman of the Emirati Human Resources Development Council in Dubai, said that, “The EHRDC-CDA partnership underscores our ongoing commitment to transforming the leadership’s vision into impactful initiatives that directly benefit Emiratis. It is a pivotal step towards activating institutional partnerships that open new professional horizons for Emiratis.”
“We are also working to transform community councils into vibrant hubs that connect job seekers with potential employers, enabling talent discovery, matching them with the right opportunities, promoting equal opportunity, and improving the overall quality of employment outcomes,” Al Falasi noted.
The EHRDC-CDA MoU aims to lay the foundation for deeper collaboration between both parties to design and deliver targeted programs that support the integration of Emiratis into the workforce. The collaboration further aligns with CDA’s empowerment strategy to improve citizens’ quality of life and enhance their economic participation, in line with Dubai’s long-term development vision.
HE Hessa bint Essa Buhumaid, Director General of the Community Development Authority, noted that, “The EHRDC-CDA partnership marks a strategic step toward enhancing institutional collaboration in community empowerment and opening practical pathways to opportunity, it stems from a firm belief that the individual is both the heart and purpose of development, a principle that aligns with Dubai’s vision of building a cohesive, productive, and sustainable society.”
The CDA Director General further added that, “We are confident that this collaboration will serve as a launchpad for impactful initiatives that deliver tangible outcomes and meet the aspirations of community members, ensuring their long-term empowerment and well-being.”
