Abu Dhabi: The Department of Municipalities and Transport (DMT), and its affiliated entities, announced today a series of programmes and events during the 'UAE Innovates' month in February that supports the concept of innovation across Abu Dhabi as a vital strategic element for the future.
DMT has launched a dedicated microsite that honours and celebrates innovators, creators, and community contributions while motivating everyone to take part in the long-term growth of Abu Dhabi. Residents can visit the website to gain knowledge about training and awareness workshops and competitions that recognize innovators. The new webpage will feature the most important initiatives and events that focus on creativity and innovation.
A virtual exhibition will showcase some of the Department's most important projects and innovative systems, and those of the municipalities of Abu Dhabi City, Al Ain City and Al Dhafra Region, and the Integrated Transport Centre. Additionally, it highlights some of the unique ideas and initiatives of the Abu Dhabi Police and Tatweer Middle East & Africa developed for Abu Dhabi's residents.
His Excellency Falah Mohammed Al Ahbabi, Chairman of the Department of Municipalities and Transport commented on how the UAE embraces innovation in all facets of life and that its culture of innovation is one of the essential pillars in enhancing the state's capabilities.
He said: "Our commitment to achieving the UAE Centennial Vision 2071, which entails our investment in developing minds and resources to improve our operations, adopt innovative practices, and employ smart and sustainable technologies, has contributed to and shall continue to empower us to confront challenges and transform them into opportunities to build a prosperous future for all who live in the UAE and chart a bright roadmap for future generations.
"Over the past few years, our participation in the Innovation Month has seen us employ innovative solutions that advance sustainable growth in the future. This year, we will continue to provide a platform to discuss solutions and think of new ways to enhance and encourage creativity that contributes to the development of the emirate's infrastructure, raising the quality of life and the well-being of its residents."
During the month of innovation, the Department also hosts the 'Abu Dhabi Innovator' competition, which invites employees of DMT and its affiliated entities to share creative ideas or unique scientific research that can positively impact Abu Dhabi. A panel of experts will evaluate the ideas and their implementation feasibility to select the winners. DMT also registers these ideas in the names of participants as part of a program that stimulates entrepreneurship and the investment of new ideas based on the participants' experiences, abilities, and understanding of operations.
The Department of Municipalities and Transport has further developed the Creativity and Innovation Management System, Ebdaa, to incorporate participation and suggestions from all cities and regions and all segments of society of the Emirate of Abu Dhabi. Ebdaa was established to consolidate the value of innovation, design future cities in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi that match the aspirations of Abu Dhabi residents and visitors, improve institutional performance, and improve the quality of services. It will serve as a platform for creative ideas and provide a communication mechanism for all inspirers, stakeholders, and those interested in developing all areas and sectors that improve the emirate's quality of life to be a part of shaping the future, evaluating and studying their ideas according to the highest standards, and following up on their implementation.
Ebdaa, is a means to provide a communications channel for the public to share suggestions with any part of society, including government, private sector, clients, suppliers, partners, residents, and corporate executives. In addition, the platform provides a mechanism for evaluating suggestions received by specialization, studying them, and following up on their implementation to strengthen the concept of innovation in Abu Dhabi. It recognizes those ideas as an example of how to achieve sustainable growth through exchanging ideas and the contribution of everyone to the development process that enhances Abu Dhabi's position as a global centre for innovation creators.
During February's Innovation Month, DMT and its affiliates will host a series of interactive and awareness-raising lectures and workshops to create an innovative culture. The sessions are aimed at enhancing participants' creative capabilities by providing them with more knowledge and essential tools and encouraging them to actively participate throughout the year with their innovative ideas and suggestions to achieve consistency and integration between the Department, government agencies, and community members, achieve desired sustainable development, and improve the standards of quality of life in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi.
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About the Department of Municipalities and Transport (DMT)
The Department of Municipalities and Transport was established by Law No. 30 of 2019, and its main priorities are to realize the vision of H.H. Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the United Arab Emirates and Ruler of Abu Dhabi, which draws on the vision of the UAE’s Founding Father, the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan to embrace progress by placing great value on the importance of pursuing development in line with both the needs of present and future generations and the community in general.
The authority embodies the values of good governance, driven by the needs of the community it serves and working with a passion to accomplish its aims. The Department focuses on finding the most effective means of providing essential, modern, responsive and comprehensive municipal services across three regional municipalities, and supports Abu Dhabi's global position as a leader in innovation-led urban planning and transportation, as part of the Abu Dhabi government's commitment to maintaining the highest standards to the benefit of all citizens and residents of the emirate.
The DMT is responsible for continually investing in the development of better infrastructure, facilities and transportation sectors within the emirate, guiding, regulating and monitoring urban development to enhance Abu Dhabi's reputation as a world-class destination to live, work and visit.
The DMT also ensures the highest standards of safety, security, sustainability and technological development of the Emirate of Abu Dhabi's land, air and maritime transport networks, in accordance with the highest international standards and the UAE's legislation with the objective of being the region’s connection to the world.
The Department’s aspirations are driven by the simple proposition of innovating and building sustainable smart cities, fostering a capacity to change and adapt in order to maintain excellence in services and sustaining prosperity for future generations, allowing the entire Abu Dhabi community to reach their full potential.
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