Zayed Higher Organization and LuLu Group Organize an Open Recruitment Day to Employ 15 People of Determination in LuLu Branches Across Abu Dhabi

As part of its ongoing efforts to empower People of Determination and integrate them effectively into society and the labor market, Zayed Higher Organization for People of Determination, in collaboration with LuLu Group, organized an open recruitment day at the organization’s headquarters in Abu Dhabi. The event aimed to provide sustainable, high-quality job opportunities for a group of its members in the private sector, reinforcing the principles of professional inclusivity and employment equity.


The event welcomed 30 young men and women with disabilities who had registered on the organization’s employment platform and met the hiring criteria. They underwent direct job interviews with recruitment representatives from LuLu Group, as part of the selection process to hire 15 candidates for immediate employment at LuLu branches in Abu Dhabi. Available positions included customer service, sales, and cashier roles, tailored to the individual skills and interests of the applicants.


This recruitment initiative is part of a broader series of programs implemented by Zayed Higher Organization in collaboration with its strategic partners, especially in the private sector, to open new pathways for People of Determination to build sustainable careers that ensure economic independence and strengthen their active contribution to national development.


H.E. Abdullah Abdulali Al Humaidan, Secretary General of Zayed Higher Organization, stated:
"Organizing this open recruitment day in partnership with LuLu Group reflects our strategic vision to create more inclusive work environments and successful models of workforce integration for People of Determination. Professional empowerment is a core pillar of social inclusion, and the private sector is a key partner in realizing this noble goal."


He emphasized that the candidates were selected following a thorough evaluation to align their abilities with the nature of the available jobs, and through close coordination between the organization and LuLu Group to ensure a supportive and suitable work environment that fosters stability and professional growth.


Amina Al Shehhi, Vocational Rehabilitation and Employment Advisor at Zayed Higher Organization, affirmed that this initiative represents a practical success story of the organization's professional rehabilitation pathways. She said:
"We believe that employment is more than just a job opportunity, it is a tangible realization of inclusion and human empowerment. Every candidate who participated in this event has undergone a structured rehabilitation plan, including on-the-job training, communication skills development, and continuous follow-up to ensure readiness to join the workforce with confidence and competence."


Afrah Al Mushjari, Employment Specialist at Zayed Higher Organization, added:
"We are proud of our ongoing partnership with LuLu Group. Through this collaboration, we aim to foster a community culture rooted in empowerment and equal access to opportunities and resources for People of Determination."


LuLu Group expressed its deep commitment to social responsibility, welcoming the 15 new employees from Zayed Higher Organization. The group emphasized that diversity enriches the work environment and enhances productivity and confirmed it would continue launching initiatives to support inclusion and institutional diversity.


This collaboration is expected to serve as a renewable platform for future employment opportunities, with plans to expand the program to include new specialized roles that align with the diverse skillsets of People of Determination in Abu Dhabi.