emirates7 - His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister, and Chairman of the Presidential Court, welcomed participants in the "Active Abu Dhabi" programme on the final day of the ‘WALK1000’ initiative, which concluded its activities on Sunday.
Sheikh Mansour expressed his gratitude to both organisers and participants for their commitment to achieving the initiative's health and community objectives. He underscored the significance of such programmes in promoting physical activity as a foundation for a healthy lifestyle and improving overall well-being.
He highlighted the vital role of community support in encouraging participants and stressed the importance of sustaining initiatives that promote positive health values across society.
The initiative reflects the UAE’s vision of strengthening national identity and sustainability by incorporating cultural, historical, and environmental elements. Participants followed routes passing heritage landmarks like forts and traditional Souqs (markets), fostering a stronger connection to the country’s rich history.
The programme also raised environmental awareness by featuring locations such as the Al Wathba Wetland Reserve, spotlighting biodiversity and resource conservation.
Embodying the UAE’s values of coexistence and tolerance, the initiative welcomed participants from diverse cultural and social backgrounds, showcasing the nation’s inclusive spirit. Additionally, the integration of smart technology, such as applications to track progress, made the initiative a forward-thinking model that blends physical activity, heritage, and innovation, contributing to a healthier, happier society.
Sheikh Mansour expressed his gratitude to both organisers and participants for their commitment to achieving the initiative's health and community objectives. He underscored the significance of such programmes in promoting physical activity as a foundation for a healthy lifestyle and improving overall well-being.
He highlighted the vital role of community support in encouraging participants and stressed the importance of sustaining initiatives that promote positive health values across society.
The initiative reflects the UAE’s vision of strengthening national identity and sustainability by incorporating cultural, historical, and environmental elements. Participants followed routes passing heritage landmarks like forts and traditional Souqs (markets), fostering a stronger connection to the country’s rich history.
The programme also raised environmental awareness by featuring locations such as the Al Wathba Wetland Reserve, spotlighting biodiversity and resource conservation.
Embodying the UAE’s values of coexistence and tolerance, the initiative welcomed participants from diverse cultural and social backgrounds, showcasing the nation’s inclusive spirit. Additionally, the integration of smart technology, such as applications to track progress, made the initiative a forward-thinking model that blends physical activity, heritage, and innovation, contributing to a healthier, happier society.