Rixos Hotels has recently announced a new partnership with Dubai Cares, a UAE-based global philanthropic organisation, to support its Adopt a School programme in Malawi.
Following the official
signing ceremony on October 6th, guests staying across all Rixos Hotels (Rixos
Premium Dubai, Rixos The Palm Hotel & Suites, Rixos Marina Abu Dhabi, Rixos
Premium Saadiyat Island, Rixos Al Mairid Ras Al Khaimah, and Rixos Bab Al Bahr)
in the UAE will be invited to be part of this meaningful initiative, with the
goal of raising AED 186,000 ($50,646) to
fund the construction of a new school in Malawi.
Once built, this
school will provide children and adults with vital access to quality education,
helping to uplift the community for years to come.
Upon completion, the
school in Malawi will be capable of accommodating up to 100 students, creating
life-changing opportunities and empowering the next generation of learners.
Beyond the physical
infrastructure, the programme will deliver lasting social change through the
training of two adult literacy facilitators, enabling 60 men and women in rural
Malawi to acquire essential reading and writing skills.
Parents and community
members will also contribute approximately 1,000 volunteer workdays to the
construction and ongoing maintenance of the school, ensuring a strong sense of
ownership and sustainability.
Guests staying across
all Rixos Hotels in the UAE can support this life-changing cause by making a
donation through dedicated POS machines placed at the hotel lobbies. Every
contribution, no matter the size, will help to create a brighter future for
children and families in Malawi.
Abdulla Al Shehhi,
Chief Operating Officer at Dubai Cares, said: “Malawi faces significant educational challenges, with 70
percent of its population living below the poverty line. In such contexts,
access to quality education is not just important; it’s essential to breaking
the cycle of poverty and creating long-term opportunities. Support from the
private sector is crucial in driving meaningful change, and we are grateful to
Rixos Hotels in the UAE for partnering with us through the Adopt a School
programme in Malawi. Their commitment reflects the power of collaboration in
building a more inclusive and brighter future for vulnerable children and their
communities.”
Cenk Ünverdi, Chief
Operating Officer, Rixos Hotels & ALL-Inclusive Collection, added: "At Rixos Hotels, we have always
believed in the strength of community and collective action. This partnership
with Dubai Cares allows us to channel the reach of our brand into something
with long-term social impact, supporting access to quality education while also
encouraging our guests to be part of a meaningful cause." -TrdaeArabia News Service