RTA launches ‘Journey of Good’ initiatives for Ramadan
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To celebrate the holy month of Ramadan, Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) introduced a series of humanitarian and community-driven initiatives under the theme “The Journey of Good”.
These initiatives, in collaboration with volunteers from the RTA and keolis, Dubai Metro and Tram operator, aims to improve community engagement and teamwork. Through these concerted efforts, a variety of Ramadan-focused activities, events and initiatives will be held, targeting an inclusive community comprised of RTA employees, bus, delivery and truck drivers, along with workers and Abra’s passengers.
External initiatives
Ways of good initiative
The Modes of Good initiative, an expanded version of RTA’s annual Meals On Wheels initiative, extends the spirit of giving across various modes of transportation. It is a charitable initiative that mobilizes RTA staff and volunteers from diverse backgrounds to prepare and distribute 8,000 meals during Ramadan. Distribution is carried out with a special bus and Abras designated for this purpose. Every year, this initiative supports bus drivers, delivery cyclists, truck drivers and Abra users. In addition, the initiative’s volunteers make special visits to the workers’ accommodations to distribute meals, reinforcing the community bond.
Ramadan tent project
RTA, in cooperation with charitable societies, is launching the Ramadan Tent Project, in partnership with the Beit Al Khair Society. This initiative aims to provide 2,000 Iftar meals to fasting people by setting up a dedicated tent.
Initiative We Bring You Closer
In cooperation with Keolis, Dubai Metro and Tram operator, the We Bring You Closer initiative is designed for public transport users as well as Al Ghubaiba, Union and Jebel Ali metro stations. This humanitarian initiative encourages connections with family and friends by establishing four phone booths in these subway stations, allowing people to communicate with their loved ones.
Internal RTA Employee Initiatives
There are a variety of internal RTA employee initiatives including the How to Prepare for Ramadan initiative, which encompasses three remote workshops designed to highlight healthy fasting habits and highlight the importance of maintaining a balanced diet before the start of the holy month.
There is an initiative called: Who will win the Fanoos? where the winners will get vouchers. To promote communication, RTA has started Ramadan Bazaar and Iftar Gathering to unite staff members and leaders around Iftar food. Through this initiative, RTA Its objective is to encourage social communication among employees and spread a culture of tolerance, which will be positively reflected in the work environment.
News source: Dubai Press Office
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