Charity event to be held in Dubai to raise funds for the King Hussein Cancer Foundation

The Gala Dinner will be under the patronage and in the presence of HRH Princess Haya Bint Al Hussein, Wife of HH Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of UAE, Ruler of Dubai. More than 300 guests will attend the charity gala dinner to show their support and contribution to the King Hussein Cancer Foundation in Jordan.

The King Hussein Cancer Foundation (KHCF) is the legal umbrella organization responsible for the King Hussein Cancer Center (KHCC); the Foundation's medical arm. The Foundation is run by a Board of Trustees comprised of a dedicated group of prominent volunteers and chaired by HRH Princess Ghida Talal. The Director General of King Hussein Cancer Foundation is HRH Princess Dina Mired, and Dr. Mahmoud Sarhan is the Director General of the King Hussein Cancer Center. All donations for the benefit of the King Hussein Cancer Center are channeled through the King Hussein Cancer Foundation.

The King Hussein Cancer Center (KHCC) works to provide state-of-the-art comprehensive cancer care to the people of Jordan and the region. In February 2006, the Center became the first hospital in Jordan to be accredited by the 'Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations (JCAHO)', and the fourth hospital to be awarded this certification in the Middle East.

'The success of the Center was a dream of the late King Hussein Bin Talal who broke all taboos by openly speaking about his cancer and combating it with courage and determination. He fought his illness in the same manner as he lived his life - with great faith, courage and dignity,' commented HRH Princess Ghida Talal.

The primary focus of the King Hussein Cancer Foundation is to support and maintain the life-saving work of the King Hussein Cancer Center, and to promote awareness and education programs aimed at early detection and prevention of cancer. The Foundation also dedicates its efforts to support patients financially, emotionally and spiritually throughout the lengthy and difficult cancer treatment.

In order to support its mission, the Foundation has established various fundraising activities and programs to engage and invite the community, generous donors, individuals and institutions worldwide, in the fight against cancer. Without this vital support, the Foundation would not be able to purchase life-saving medical equipment, support any of the Center's medical programs, or fund treatment costs of underprivileged patients through the 'Goodwill Fund' and 'ZAKAT Fund'.

'Cancer is indiscriminate and has no borders. It affects adults and children, men and women, rich and poor alike. Sadly every single one of us has been touched by cancer in one way or another. That is why the Foundation invites all who wish to take an active role in the fight against cancer especially in our region,' explained HRH Princess Dina Mired.

'We are delighted to have on board sponsors and donors such an Abraaj capital, Arabtec, Shuaa Capital, Al Hamad Construction, Jordan Dubai Capital, Dubai International Capital, Habtoor Engineering, National Paints, CICON, ORION, Jordinvest, Drake & Scull, Arab Bank and Mr. Abdelraouf Bitar who have shown great interest in supporting the Foundation. We would like to thank in advance all the artists, volunteers and all those who are working to make this Charity Gala a special and successful fundraiser,' said HRH Princess Dina Mired.

November's Gala Dinner, The King Hussein Cancer Foundation's first event in Dubai, will present an evening of outstanding entertainment, including a performance of Arabic music and jazz by the celebrated Lebanese musician Jihad Akl and a fashion show by Jordanian designer, Samia Mango, showcasing a number of her exquisitely designed traditional Arabic kaftans and jewelry, which will be for sale.

The Charity Gala Dinner will be held in the Baniyas Ballroom at the Grand Hyatt Dubai on 21 November 2006.