Creativity through the eyes and lens of people with determination.

Out of its belief in their active and effective role as an integral part of the UAE community that seeks excellence in all fields of creativity, and in support of their photography talents and creativity. The Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque Center invited the people of determination to participate in the Spaces of Light Photography Award (Season Seven), to capture the aesthetics of Islamic architecture at the mosque through their eyes.

Delighted with their participation, and proud of their creativity.

Zayed Higher Organization for People of Determination entries.

ZHO provides a range of integrated services that aim at rehabilitating disabled people for inclusion into the community. These services include training and education, vocational and therapeutic rehabilitation (assessment, early intervention, physiotherapy, functional therapy, speech therapy, and vocational training workshops), psychological care, family counseling, as well as supporting educational and sports activities.

Zayed Higher Organization

Dubai Club For People Of Determination entries.

Established in 1993, Dubai Club for The Disabled named “Best Club” in 2013 within Dubai Sports Excellence Awards sponsored by Dubai Sports Council. Dubai Club for The Disabled aims to rehabilitate the disabled both physically and mentally to play their developmental role in the community in sports, cultural, and social fields. The Club spared no efforts to devote all available capabilities to members depending on their disabilities, and provide a wide range of sports suit their abilities. The Club is keen on participating in all sports competitions both locally and internationally leading the Club athletes to ascend podiums in local and international forums. Additionally, the Club paid attention to the cultural level of its members, as it is a component of human development. The Club officials paid attention to cultural and religious activities through the organization of lectures, seminars, and competitions to promote the humanitarian values of the members. Moreover, the Club administration paid attention to social activities to promote national awareness and a sense of belonging and giving to the homeland. A special division was established for ladies for them to take a role in the Club. In addition to ladies' sports activities, workshops and educational courses were held to teach ladies some traditional crafts activities, embroidery, and handicrafts. Club membership does not cost any fees or charges.

Sharjah City for Humanitarian Services entries.

Sharjah City for Humanitarian Services (SCHS) is a local non-profit organization founded in 1979 as a branch of the Arab Family Organization in the Gulf region, aiming to advance the Arab family and develop the social services it needs. SCHS was authorized under decree number 6/1981 issued by the Government of Sharjah on March 11th, 1981. On October 10, 1995, His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Muhammed Al-Qasimi, Member of the Supreme Council and Ruler of Sharjah issued a decree under edict number 4/1995, declaring SCHS as an independent organization in the Emirate of Sharjah aiming at serving people with disabilities in the UAE.

Success for SCHS aims at changing our society's attitude towards persons with disabilities and affecting government policies in disability-related issues. It also aspires to pave the way to a bright future for both mentally and physically challenged children, giving them confidence and a chance to live in an equal opportunity society.

Sharjah City for Humanitarian Services

Amazingly talented. This is my first impression on the photographs I've seen on display at Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque lobby. We have a small construction project inside Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque and you can't miss the photography exhibit on display when you enter the mosque lobby. At first, I thought that the photo exhibit is done by professional photographers. Because all the photos are framed in gold border frames. Besides, the names and descriptions of entries are written in Arabic. So I admire how these photographers captured such photos.

Then suddenly, I notice a huge signboard statement that all the photos are captured by people of determinations. That signage gave me respect and admiration. I really can't put into words how I felt when I saw how talented and creative those people. Although it is a contest and exhibit, for me they all deserved the top price.

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