Stories of Hope

UAE teachers gain invaluable inclusion skills

UAE teachers gain invaluable inclusion skills

Through the Ta'alouf Teachers Training program, Al Jalila Foundation is committed to supporting inclusion in the classroom so that every child of determination can reach their full potential. Since 2014 the Ta'alouf Teachers Training program, in partnership with Zayed University, has been ... Read more

Dubai Golf stands out as a leader in philanthropy

Dubai Golf stands out as a leader in philanthropy

The game of golf has a long history of being a leader in philanthropic contributions and giving to charity is an integral part of the sport. The sport can even be recognised as the leader in charitable giving around the world setting the benchmark for incorporating sports and philanthropy.... Read more

Through collaboration we all succeed

Through collaboration we all succeed

At Al Jalila Foundation we know that research has the power to advance medical breakthroughs that could save millions of lives and change the fabric of science as we know it. We also know that this goal will not be achieved alone and believe in the power and strength of our partnerships. M... Read more

Cancer survivor pays tribute to ‘The Pink Couch’ at Majlis Al Amal

Cancer survivor pays tribute to ‘The Pink Couch’ at Majlis Al Amal

Pier Shilliday found small lumps under her arm and on her bikini line during her husband’s 40th birthday celebrations and was diagnosed with Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma on 30 October 2021. On 16 November 2021 Pier started her treatment which included chemotherapy and radiation. Pier says ... Read more

Swaba receives the precious gift of hearing

Swaba receives the precious gift of hearing

Imagine for a minute that you could not hear the birds singing, the leaves fluttering in the wind, and the laughter of children playing in the park. Imagine a world without sound. Now, imagine a parent who has just been told that their child cannot hear. Despair turns to hope when they lea... Read more

Biochip technology shows potential for improved diagnostics

Biochip technology shows potential for improved diagnostics

Globally, diabetes is estimated to affect 420 million adults. Studies show that the prevalence of diabetes in the UAE is estimated to affect a quarter of the local population. Hematological (blood) disorders that occur in diabetes patients are found to put them at a higher risk for deve... Read more

Ghala and her mother ‘share happiness’ everyday

Ghala and her mother ‘share happiness’ everyday

Due to severe complications which caused atrophy in the brain cells at the time of her birth, Ghala, now 15-years-old had developed an intellectual disability which affects her speech. Initially Ghala’s mother, Suhad, had concerns if Ghala could live a normal life and have access to a... Read more

Aadvika is energetic and happy once again

Aadvika is energetic and happy once again

4-year-old Aadvika’s parents became concerned when they saw her behaviour change. Their once bubbly and energetic girl no longer enjoyed socialising or playing with other children, she was tired all the time and did not have any energy. Upon further medical examinations her parents we... Read more

Uncovering mechanisms to inhibit cancer cell growth

Uncovering mechanisms to inhibit cancer cell growth

According to the World Health Organization, cancer is the second leading cause of death globally with about 1 in 6 deaths due to cancer. The main reason why it is so lethal is that cancer cells spread from their primary growth site to different body organs, a process known as metastasis. T... Read more

Benefit Cosmetics raises the bar of corporate giving

Benefit Cosmetics raises the bar of corporate giving

At Al Jalila Foundation our partnerships are integral to our mission to transform lives. Benefit Cosmetics is one of these valued partners who have held a number of fundraising campaigns to support our healthcare programs. Globally Benefit, through the Bold is Beautiful program, is dedi... Read more