UAE: Goodies for good drivers in ‘Our Children are a Trust’ drive

UAE: Goodies for good drivers in ‘Our Children are a Trust’ drive

Abu Dhabi: Goodies for responsbile drivers were handed out as part of Abu Dhabi Police’s “Our Children are a Trust” safety initiative as the new academic year starts.

The General Command of Abu Dhabi Police and the Abu Dhabi Civil Defense Authority jointly launched the campaign across Abu Dhabi, Al Ain, and Zafra.

This initiative runs alongside the “Day Without Accidents” campaign, aligning with the commencement of the new academic year in 2023.

Dean Mahmoud Youssef Al-Balushi, the Director of the Traffic and Patrol Directorate, highlighted that the “Day Without Accidents” initiative focuses on encouraging drivers and all road users to strictly follow traffic regulations.

The Traffic and Awareness Patrols Directorate stressed the significance of adhering to traffic rules.

Safety of students

They distributed informative booklets to drivers, especially those of vehicles and school buses, emphasising the importance of not overtaking and maintaining appropriate speeds to ensure the safety of students.

During this initiative, Traffic Awareness Teams visited schools including Al-Zabianva Private School in Al-Bateen, Abu Dhabi; Al-Junain Joint School in Al-Ain; and International Harbor School in the Al-Zafra region.

Activities involved the participation of the Emirates Continuity Foundation and the Emirates Company for Driving Education.

The program encompassed various aspects, including the distribution of gifts to both students