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CDA to join hands with UN in promoting human rights.


Summary: The Community Development Authority (CDA (1) (Compact Disc Audio) The compact disc file extension that is seen on the computer in Explorer or some other file manager. CDA files are actually pointers to the locations of the individual tracks on the CD medium. See CD-DA. ) discussed partnering with the

The Community Development Authority (CDA) discussed partnering with the United Nations to promoting a culture of respect for human rights and steps to be taken by Dubai to further strengthen its role as a key ally in the global fight against violation of human rights.

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Mr Al Kamda said that the meeting highlighted CDA's efforts to strengthen Dubai's profile in the field of human rights and is part of the organisation's commitment to benefit from the expertise and successful experiences for global thought-leaders. Mr. Muigai briefed CDA on the objectives and responsibilities of the UN Human Rights Committee.

The CDA team made a detailed presentation on the strategic plan in the field of human rights and issues and recommendations identified by its team. They also presented initiatives to address human rights concerns. They also highlighted the strategic objectives and the community development plans of Dubai through local programmes and international partnerships.

Mr Ahmed Al Muhairi, Acting Human Rights CEO (1) (Chief Executive Officer) The highest individual in command of an organization. Typically the president of the company, the CEO reports to the Chairman of the Board. ; Mr Ghassan Khalil, Advisor on Social Policy and Strategic Planning Strategic planning is an organization's process of defining its strategy, or direction, and making decisions on allocating its resources to pursue this strategy, including its capital and people.  and Human Rights Expert; Mr Ibrahim Al Hammadi, Chief Corporate Services; Mr Hamid Nasser Al Shamsi, Head of Government Communications; and Khalid Al Ramsi, Senior Strategic Expert, CDA, attended the meeting.

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