Zayed Humanitarian Day
Zayed Humanitarian Day falls on 19 Ramadan, the anniversary of the death of Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, and encourages charity and humanitarian work.
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About the day
Zayed Humanitarian Day is held on the 19th of Ramadan, the day the UAE's Founding Father, the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, passed away. In 2026 it fell on 8 March.
The day encourages humanitarian initiatives and charity events that carry on Sheikh Zayed's humanitarian legacy. It aims to ease suffering locally, regionally and internationally, and invites individuals and organisations to join humanitarian projects.
Ramadan 2027 is expected to begin on 8 February 2027, subject to moon sighting, which would place 19 Ramadan on about 26 February 2027.
Dates for the next three years
| Year | Date | Where | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | Friday 26 February 2027 | UAE and Gulf | Provisional until the organiser confirms |
Sectors this day suits
Types of business that could link their activity to this day.
- Charities and non-profits
- Banking and finance
- Healthcare
- Education
- Logistics
- Professional services
Where this information comes from
- Ministry of Health and Prevention (UAE): Zayed Humanitarian Day
- The National: Ramadan 2027 UAE dates and Eid Al Fitr holiday
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