Lujan Mourad, Director of the Khalid bin Sultan Al Qasimi Humanitarian Foundation, said: “On World Humanitarian Day, we honour those who place their courage and compassion at the service of others. Their work in the hardest hours makes possible what comes next: the long-term protection, education and stability that allow a child to truly recover from crisis, not just survive it. On this occasion, we reaffirm our commitment to ensuring that every emergency response marks the beginning of a sustainable journey towards recovery, protection and hope. Every child affected by a crisis deserves more than safety in the moment. They deserve the opportunity to reclaim their childhood, continue their education and build a secure future.”
She added: “Immediate assistance saves lives at the most critical moment, but a child’s needs do not end when the emergency does. Our work begins where that response leaves off, helping children and communities recover and move forward through investing in prevention, strengthening child protection systems, building the capacity of local institutions, and fostering enduring partnerships that enable communities to develop sustainable solutions rooted in their own needs.”
She concluded: “This vision reflects the humanitarian legacy of the late Sheikh Khalid bin Sultan Al Qasimi and his belief that compassion achieves its greatest impact when translated into sustained action. We carry this legacy forward by protecting children, upholding their dignity and giving them the safety, opportunity and hope to shape their own futures.”
