Make-A-Wish brings joy to girl on her birthday in Abu Dhabi

 On World Wish Day, Make-A-Wish Foundation fulfilled the dream of 15-year-old Sham, allowing her to celebrate her birthday with her twin sister in an unforgettable moment aboard a luxury yacht at the Abu Dhabi Yacht Walk.

Sham, her sister, and their friends were greeted by Sham’s favourite character, "The Mermaid," who welcomed them with a warm smile, as if stepping out of a fairy tale. The mermaid accompanied them on a joyful musical journey on the yacht’s deck, filled with laughter and happy moments.

Hani Al Zubaidi, CEO of Make-A-Wish Foundation, expressed the organisation’s pride in fulfilling this extraordinary wish, saying, "Sham is not just a child whose wish we fulfilled, she is a symbol of hope, patience, and the beauty of the soul. Every wish we grant to a sick child is a beacon of light that illuminates their path, giving them the strength to hold on to life and dream of tomorrow. At Make-A-Wish, we believe that hope is a remedy, and joy is a cure."

Sham’s simple words were filled with emotion. She said, "I’m so happy... I felt like today was a dream come true. Thank you to Make-A-Wish Foundation. I’ll never forget this day. It was more than just a birthday celebration, it was a moment of life, filled with enough love to conquer illness and enough joy to plant hope in the hearts of all who saw her smile.”