Dubai: Under the patronage of the Ministry of Interior, the Dubai Police, represented by the Positive Spirit Council and Bur Dubai Police Station, organized the ‘Al Quoz Community Forum’ in collaboration with strategic partners from various government and private entities. The event featured a series of awareness lectures and recreational activities for residents.

The forum, organized at the Ejadah Staff Accommodation, witnessed a large turnout, with over 5,000 attendees from the Al Quoz area, particularly from the worker community, representing various nationalities.

The event was attended by Lieutenant Colonel Aqeel Al Zaqri, Major Bader Al Zaabi, and several officers from Bur Dubai Police Station, along with Ms. Fatima Buhajeer, Chairperson of the Positive Spirit Council, and 100 dedicated volunteers.

Lt. Col. Aqeel Al Zaqri confirmed that the event exemplifies Dubai Police's ongoing commitment to fostering cooperation and communication with the diverse communities in Dubai. “The forum aims to inform residents about police services and enhance security awareness, aligning with the strategic goal of improving safety and security while promoting community happiness,” he added.

Meanwhile, Ms. Fatima Buhajeer emphasized that the forum's activities are part of the council's initiatives aimed at enhancing quality of life, promoting social harmony, and instilling values of tolerance, coexistence, and respect for others. She highlighted that the forum featured a series of awareness lectures on critical topics, including the dangers of drugs, the importance of surrounding oneself with positive influences, workers' rights, traffic safety, and how to reach Dubai Police at the toll-free number ‘999’ for emergencies and ‘901’ for non-emergencies. “Furthermore, the forum raised awareness about cybercrime and online extortion, including a lecture on strategies to prevent and reduce fraud,” Buhajeer continued.

The forum featured the "Your Voice is Heard" initiative open meeting, along with the participation of the "Policeman in Your Neighborhood" initiative. Attendees also had the chance to meet the police mascot, "Officer Mansour," enjoy performances by the Dubai Police musical band, and explore a showcase of luxury patrols. Moreover, there were sports activities aligned with the Dubai Fitness Challenge, highlighting 20 teams across various sports, along with recreational activities and a variety of games.