Dubai Gold & Jewellery Group donates Dhs3.5m to Dubai Cares programme

'Dubai Cares has brought out the best in Dubai; a willingness to help others who are not so fortunate like us. It has also created a sense of community as the whole of Dubai has come forward to support this noble cause to ensure a better life for millions of children around the world,' said Tawhid Abdullah, Managing Director, Dubai Gold & Jewellery Group.

'We are delighted to extend our support to Dubai Cares and be part of this great humanitarian initiative launched by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, UAE Vice President and Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai'.

The donation was contributed by various members of the Dubai Gold & Jewellery Group.

Over the years, the Dubai Gold & Jewellery Group has encouraged the growth of Dubai's jewellery trade through its support to a number of Government initiatives like the Dubai Shopping Festival and Dubai Summer Surprises.

'DGJG has always supported government led initiatives. As many businesses generously contribute to the success of the Dubai Cares campaign, it is a further testimony to how much public sector and private sector alliance can achieve, 'said Laila Suhail, Head of PR, DGJG and Facilitator, Dubai Cares retail campaign.

About Dubai Gold and Jewellery Group (DGJG)
Formed with the support of the Dubai Department of Economic Development in 1996, the Dubai Gold and Jewellery Group (DGJG) is a trade association with over 700 members representing all sectors of the trade, including bullion trade, manufacturing, wholesale and retail. The Group has since then evolved into a prestigious trade body committed to developing and sustaining Dubai's status as the 'City of Gold'.

It also leads the campaign to position Dubai as 'The Jewellery Destination of the World'. It represents the interests of the trade through liaising with government organizations. Its Board of Directors includes representations from Dubai Customs, Dubai Multi Commodities Centre and DSF committee. The Group also works closely with international organizations like the World Gold Council, the World Diamond Council, the International Gemological Institute (IGI), High Diamond Council (HRD) and CIBJO (The World Jewellery Confederation).