Sharjah 24 – WAM: Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Minister of Foreign Affairs and Chairman of the Education and Human Resources Council (EHRC), presided over the council's meeting held remotely via video conferencing.

During the meeting, Sheikh Abdullah emphasised the crucial and significant role of families and schools in instilling a culture of healthy nutrition lifestyle among our children. In an era where awareness of health nutrition and lifestyle is on the rise, families and schools hold a paramount role in an individual's life, influencing their dietary choices and lifestyle patterns.

Commencing the meeting, Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan highlighted, “Today, the world is characterised by abundant information and health-related challenges, it is imperative to emphasise on an active involvement of families and schools in fostering a culture of healthy nutrition and lifestyle among our children. The significance of nutritious eating cannot be overstated, it affects the learning and personal development of children and the overall community. Today, it is evident that fostering strong connections and collaboration between families, schools, and the wider community is crucial in establishing a nurturing environment that promotes healthy eating and lifestyle and attains this shared objective”.

Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed further stated, "We firmly believe that the schools and families have the power to motivate children to make choices that promote sound and healthy nutrition, ultimately contributing to their future development. This belief aligns seamlessly with our comprehensive strategic vision to achieve sustainable progress and holistic well-being for both Emirati nationals and residents in the UAE. The concerned entities in the health and education sector need to collaborate with the stakeholders across the UAE to activate the supporting policies to achieve this objective"