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Emirati woman wins 'Happiness Award' for refugee initiative
An Emirati from Dubai, Muna Harib launched in 2013 "Breathing Numbers" to document the lives of Syrian refugees in Al Za'atari Camp in Jordan.
Muna Harib (L)
Global Happiness Organization (GHO) awarded today the Emirati philanthropist Muna Harib "Happiness Promoter Award" for launching and managing different humanitarian initiatives including her latest initiative "Breathing Numbers."
The annual award recognizes individuals for their contributions in spreading happiness, and for the positive impact on the community.
"Muna Harib is definitely a worthy winner. Her work is aligned with our mission to spread happiness across the globe," said Ludvig Lindstrom, the president of GHO.
Muna Harib a 38-year-old Emirati from Dubai, launched in 2013 "Breathing Numbers" to document the lives of Syrian refugees in Al Za'atari Camp in Jordan. The initiative successfully helped number of refugees to settle their medical bills, and provided them with material and moral assistance.
Commenting on the Happiness Promoter Award, Muna Harib said, "I'm honored to be awarded, I learnt so much about happiness and how it can be achieved. I'm always willing and eager to apply my knowledge on my community and spread those stories through my work."
"I'm grateful that the UAE recognizes the importance of happiness for its society. I look forward to sharing my findings and experience for a happier UAE," she added. Saeed Al Nazari, President of GHO UAE, said:
"It is inspiring to see the passion Muna have for the community and her drive to contribute in bringing positive change to refugees' life and spread happiness in their camp."
Global Happiness Organization (GHO) is a non-profit organization that implements scientific approaches to enhance happiness across the world. The organization is based in the United States, Germany, Sweden, Portugal, and the UAE.
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