SP holds Ramadan initiatives for inmates and their families

March 18, 2026 / 12:53 PM

Sharjah 24: Sharjah Police (SP) , represented by the Correctional and Rehabilitation Institution, fostered a spiritual and social atmosphere for its inmates and their families during the holy month of Ramadan. This was achieved through a series of initiatives organised in cooperation with the Sharjah Charity International and the Supreme Council for Family Affairs (SCFA) in Sharjah. These initiatives, encompassing cultural, religious, social, and humanitarian aspects, reflect the institution's commitment to social responsibility and bringing joy and happiness to its inmates and their families during this blessed month.

Placing human rights at the forefront of priorities

Brigadier Abdullah Rashid Alai, Director of the Sharjah Correctional and Rehabilitation Institution, affirmed the institution's commitment to upholding human rights principles and placing them at the forefront of its priorities. This commitment is demonstrated through best practices in humanitarian and rehabilitative work that promote the values of justice and respect.

The institution provides a supportive and humane environment that contributes to the psychological and social well-being of inmates. He noted that during the holy month of Ramadan, the institution implemented a series of initiatives designed to strengthen human and family values, foster a spirit of tolerance and solidarity, and enhance inmates' psychological and social stability. These initiatives also support their rehabilitation after their release.

Strengthening family bonds and instilling religious and moral values

The Ramadan programme at the Correctional and Rehabilitation Institution included a communal Iftar (fast-breaking meal) for inmates, as well as interactive gatherings between them and their families. This initiative strengthened family bonds and reinforced inmates' ties with their relatives. The program also featured religious lectures and cultural and educational awareness programmes aimed at instilling religious and moral values.