Emirates Group encourages participation in Dubai Fitness Challenge with incentives

He further emphasized: “As a company that cares, we prioritize the health and wellbeing of our workforce as a valuable investment. Throughout the year, we run a gamut of employee wellness programmes... This fosters a culture of health, helps our brand to stand out and supports our recruitment and retention efforts.”

The 'Sehaty' programme runs various campaigns throughout the year focusing on physical and mental health awareness. It includes preventative screenings and webinars facilitated by trained medical professionals from Emirates Group Medical Services.

Additionally, more than 30 sports clubs are managed by employees throughout the year. The company offers support such as paid leave for those representing UAE national teams or participating in major sporting events.

During DFC, free classes are available across group facilities with special discounts at local gyms. Employees receive regular tips on health-related topics.

Emirates Group's involvement extends beyond internal activities; their rich sports sponsorship portfolio provides unique experiences for employees. Notable moments include interactions with NBA legend Isiah Thomas and cricket matches umpired by Shikhar Dhawan during major events sponsored by Emirates.