The new website is designed in compliance with Smart Websites Excellence Model (V4.1) of Dubai Smart Government, which ensures a secure interface for end users and a responsive design framework which can be viewed optimally on any device or browser –be it desktop, tablet or mobile. The website will also provide font size increase or decrease option to read, making it more user friendly for people with low vision.
The website will provide a user friendly platform for users to access information on Noor Dubai’s national and international programs, shedding light on the Foundation’s vision, strategic initiatives, and latest campaigns and events. The website will also serve as a source of information on the Foundation’s contribution towards sustainable development in the field of eye care and provide information on the latest developments in this space.
Dr Manal Taryam , CEO and board member, Noor Dubai Foundation said : “it gives me great pleasure to invite you to navigate the official Website of Noor Dubai. We aimed to provide a user friendly experience whether for increased awareness about the work we do or for taking part in supporting the Foundation’s goals. As a member of several international affiliations such as the International Agency for Prevention of blindness (IAPB) and the International Coalition for Trachoma Control (ICTC) , it is critical that our official communication channels shed light on our programs in order to strengthen our network and partnership opportunities. In addition, Noor Dubai also works with government bodies to help countries achieve their sustainable development goal such as SDG 3– (Good Health and Well-being), SDG 1 – (No Poverty) , and SDG 6 – (Clean water and Sanitation). Therefore, it is important for the officials in those countries we support and other potential new regions to have regular access to our progress to allow for better coordination and expansion opportunities.”
The website will also provide a clear road map for donors on the various channels of donation, including steps to complete the transaction. Through an integration with the Dubai Smart Gov e-pay portal, the website will allow donors to donate directly through the website, providing a simple and a quick way to complete donations.
The website will also give users access to a number of automated services, including a platform to directly upload documents through the website, allowing UAE Residents applying for medical assistance through UAE treatment program send through their files from the comfort of their home.
The website also aims to promote UAE community engagement by providing users with access to the national platform for volunteering in the UAE , volunteers.ae. The website also provides access to users to submit requests for the Noor Dubai’s award winning national program , the mobile eye clinic, for free vision screening.