Taking part in the Al Mubarakah project in Abu Dhabi. All photos: Chris Whiteoak / The National
Munira Al Ketbi and her son Khalifa at the Nabdh Al Falah community centre
The programmes are designed to keep young people anchored
The foundation works 'through identity, dignity and purpose'
Eissa Sultan, 12, plays chess
Boys playing Jenga. Programme participants can attend weekly sessions, and there are weekend sports challenges and community work activities in Abu Dhabi and surrounding areas