"You are essential part of the journey towards development and success. We work with you to make Abu Dhabi a leading city in the area of empowerment and inclusion of POD within an integrated strategy and through innovative opportunities to enhance your role in building and developing your community."
His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces
"Abu Dhabi's Strategy for People of Determination is an essential step towards greater inclusion and empowerment of this core group of society, with the aim of unleashing their full potential to become an integral part of our nation's development process and to accomplish further excellence and achievements."
Sheikh Hazaa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Chairman of Abu Dhabi Executive Council
"The Abu Dhabi Strategy for People of Determination is a ground-breaking paradigm shift that reflects the leadership's keen interest in empowering all groups within the society and providing a decent life for all. As the entity responsible for implementing the Social Sector Agenda in Abu Dhabi, we launched the strategy to serve as an integrated system of policies and programs that ensure the empowerment of People of Determination as catalysts for social change. We continuously work towards making Abu Dhabi the role model of an inclusive and cohesive society."
H.E Dr. Mugheer Khamis Al Khaili, Chairman of the Department of Community Development - Abu Dhabi