Department of Community Development in Abu Dhabi Introduces Medeem Model for Women’s Weddings

The Department of Community Development – Abu Dhabi launched the Medeem Model for Women’s Weddings. It forms a part of Medeem, initiated in April 2024 as part of the Abu Dhabi Family Wellbeing Strategy. This unique model was designed to bring forth a new wave of authentic women’s weddings within UAE society by balancing wedding celebrations with a blend of traditional Emirati values and modern-day elegance.

What is the Medeem Model in Abu Dhabi?

The Medeem Model for Women’s Weddings is meant to set the new wave of women’s weddings in UAE society. This elegant wedding model serves the needs of the young generation while being chartered by original Emirati values that call for moderation and humbleness in establishing marriage, stable and coherent families, and continuing the path of comprehensive and sustainable growth for the nation.

Embracing Emirati Values

The Medeem Model for Women’s Weddings encourages couples to plan wisely for their wedding day and focuses on the genuineness of Emirati heritage while recognizing the family as society’s backbone. It guides the wedding sector towards weddings that avoid extravagance and are in line with the customs and traditions of the UAE while exhibiting elegance and beauty that gather modern touches as well.

A Modern Yet Traditional Approach

The weddings of Medeem are inspired by Emirati culture, while also giving couples space to add modern elements so that individual tastes can be expressed without overspending in an effort to retain a meaningful, authentic wedding celebration. The model integrates the genuineness and traditions from the past, together with elegance acquired from the modern celebratory styles of today, avoiding extravagance, with hopes for a life filled with love, affection, and blessings for the young couple.

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Requirements for Participation

For the Medeem model to apply in regard to women’s weddings, couples seeking to benefit under it have to meet certain requirements.

1. Both spouses should be from the UAE.
2. The husband should be a UAE national or a resident in Abu Dhabi.
3. Couples should complete a premarital program offered by the soon-to-be-opened Medeem Centre for Family Flourishing.

Upon completion of the entire premarital program, a Medeem benefits card will be issued to the couples, which will not only help with wedding planning but also build families on very strong foundations.

Supporting Youth and Family Wellbeing

The Medeem initiative falls within the broader Abu Dhabi Family Wellbeing Strategy, which was launched last year (2023) and includes a dedicated support function for youth to be equipped with the necessary knowledge and skills toward the creation of strong, stable families. In this respect, by promoting financial planning and wedding practices, the Medeem Model aligns with the vision to contribute toward the general wellbeing of young Emiratis.

Financial Prudence and Stability

One of the objectives of the Medeem Model is to inform youngsters about financial planning and how to avoid reckless expenses. An overly glamorous wedding can bring heavy financial burdens that sometimes may detract from a couple’s relationship and stability in the future. It encourages simplicity and wise expenditure at the beginning so that young couples can enter this new phase in their life without being hassled by heavy debts.

Benefits of the Medeem Model

The Medeem Model for Women’s Weddings offers several advantages for young Emirati couples:

1. Financial Responsibility: The Medeem Model prevents overspending, enabling couples to embark on their married life on a secure financial footing.
2. Focus on Building Strong Families: The initiative promotes financial planning and Emirati values to set a base for stable and happy families.
3. Emirati Culture in Celebration: It allows couples to adopt heritage and incorporate much-loved traditions during the wedding celebration.
4. Personal Expression: Even with its traditional roots, the Medeem Model allows for personal expression, making the wedding special within the constraint of moderation.

Wedding Packages

The model offers various packages to meet the needs of any couple. Wedding packages differ in financial cost and number of guests.

Options allow couples to hold their wedding:

• At home.
• In wedding halls that offer the Medeem benefits package.
• In government halls.

Couples can log into the Medeem digital platform and choose a predefined date that fits their schedule. The model follows guidelines inspired by the authentic heritage of UAE:

• Weddings take place in the afternoon and last no more than three hours.
• Hospitality includes Fuwala, traditional Emirati snacks, and Arabic coffee.
• Venues are designed in an Emirati Majlis style to encourage bonding and interaction among guests.
• The model includes single or joint women’s weddings, allowing several brides to celebrate consecutively.

Conclusion

The Medeem Model for Women’s Weddings is an innovative approach to ensure that young Emiratis are provided with the guidance to plan and spend wisely on their weddings without any extravagance. This is achieved by combining the teachings of heritage with modern-day facets of life, emphasizing financial prudence and conservation of culture with stable marriages. It addresses the Abu Dhabi Family Wellbeing Strategy by empowering young people with the necessary skills and understanding to raise strong, happy families.

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