The board of directors of the Social Solidarity Fund for members of the UAE Journalists Association approved, during its second meeting of 2026, the granting of loans totalling 450,000 dirhams to 12 fund members — 10 active members receiving 400,000 dirhams and 2 associate members receiving 50,000 dirhams.
The board also approved 3 new membership files during the meeting, as part of the fund's ongoing efforts to expand its base of beneficiaries and promote the values of solidarity and mutual support among member journalists of the association.
Secretary Raya Al Mazrouei confirmed that the approved loans form part of a new batch of applications from members who meet the conditions stipulated in the fund's bylaws, noting that repayment is spread over two years in a manner that takes into account members' financial circumstances and strengthens the spirit of cooperation and solidarity among them.
She added that the board approved the inclusion of the Al Etihad Credit Bureau report among the mandatory documents required to obtain loans, alongside salary certificates and other approved documents. The board also agreed to notify employers of borrowing members so that the UAE Journalists Association is informed when a member's employment relationship with their employer ends, in order to safeguard the fund's rights and ensure the sustainability of its resources.
The board also discussed a number of items on the agenda, affirming the importance of continuing to develop the regulations and procedures governing the fund's operations in order to enhance its efficiency and the sustainability of the services it provides to members.
The meeting was attended by Fadeela Al Muaini, chairperson of the board; Kaltham Al Mandous, vice-chairperson; Raya Al Mazrouei, secretary; and Wafa Al Suwaidi, board member.