Dubai Cares invites residents to Walk for Education

  • Date: 04-Feb-2020
  • Source: Khaleej Times
  • Sector:Education
  • Country:UAE
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Dubai Cares invites residents to Walk for Education

The three-kilometre walk campaign will be held on February 14 at Dubai Creek Park.. The Dubai Cares announced the its�annual edition of its Walk for Education initiative will be held on February 14, 2020 at Dubai Creek Park.. The event encourages members of the UAE community to join together with family, friends, and colleagues to walk three kilometers (4,000 steps) in solidarity with millions of children and youths in developing countries who walk long distances simply to access their basic right to education.. The family-focused event will take place next to Al Garhoud Bridge, Gate 2 at Dubai Creek Park.. The participants can register online through 800Tickets or on the day, and are advised to arrive at 7:30am with the walk starting at 9am.. The registration amount of Dh35 paid by participants at the entrance is considered as a donation to Dubai Cares in support of its educational programs around the world, with entry being free of charge for children under five.. On the return the event, D Tariq Al Gurg, Chief Executive Officer at Dubai Cares, said: "The Walk for Education has been one of the most anticipated events in Dubai Cares' calendar, and this year is no different..