While everyone across the nation has experienced the COVID-19 pandemic in some form, no one has bared the brunt of it more than those on the frontline.
In order to give back to those who have been on the frontlines battling the pandemic in the UAE, a new office was established in July – the Frontline Heroes Office.
The office has now revealed that more than 80,000 professionals and volunteers have been identified for the new initiative which aims to give back. This will be there to ensure there is support for frontline workers, as well as their families.
Chairman of the Frontline Heroes Office, Sheikh Sultan bin Tahnoon, explained it was the nation’s duty to recognise the sacrifices the frontline workers have made to help others.
“Our frontline heroes make the choice every day to put their own health and well-being at risk to protect the lives of people across our nation,” he said.
“We owe it to them to recognise their heroic efforts and ensure we are providing our frontline professionals and their families the same level of protection and support they offer us.”
The new office was launched six weeks ago by President Sheikh Khalifa and is set to be a key force in highlighting the incredible work and key roles frontline workers have played during crises and emergencies.
