Zayed Search & Rescue Team

POD EVENT SUPPORTED BY EDA

PHOTOS BY JESPER KJOLLER

The Zayed Search and Rescue Volunteer Team held a private diving event for the Zayed Higher Organisation for People of Determination (DOP) with 7 candidates taking part at Deep Dive Dubai on the 27th of June which was sponsored by EDA.

The Zayed Search and Rescue Volunteer Team confirmed their readiness to support sport and community events. Hussein AlHammadi, the head of the Zayed Search and Rescue Team said, “The ‘Asahab El-Hamm’ diving initiative achieved its goals to sustain development, enhance capabilities and develop skills. We want to uplift our national goals, support sustainability of development in activities and events for those with disabilities which are in line with the trends of the Zayed Higher Organisation, to achieve leadership and quality in professional performance in the various disciplines, and integrate DOPs into society, improve their motor and psychological abilities, while practicing scuba diving to enhance their participation in marine sport activities and various events at state level.”

He added, “We’re proud to contribute to our community responsibilities, providing an environment that fosters the abilities and skills of the stakeholders. The initiative included a live demonstration of diving practices, and the use of a wheelchair for concerned boat owners. In addition to raising the Emirates flag underwater, the oath of allegiance was done in sign language.”

Al-Hammadi expressed his thanks and appreciation to the other supporters, such as the Abu Dhabi Civil Defence Authority in the presence of the General Secretary, His Excellency Abdullah Abdul Ali Al-Hamidan, Top Perfumer, Abu Dhabi Ports Group, and the event sponsor, the Emirates Diving Association.