Our people are our greatest assets, and they are critical to our business success.

Dubai Holding prioritises health, safety and employee development through robust protocols, training programmes and well-being initiatives. Key achievements include ISO 45001:2018 certifications across several businesses and hosting HSE forums to align contractors on safety standards, risk mitigation and sustainability guidelines. A digital platform enables hazard reporting, while labour accommodations are regularly audited to improve living conditions. Through these efforts, Dubai Holding fosters a safe, supportive and growth-oriented environment for employees, contractors and stakeholders alike.

Dubai Holding prioritises worker welfare through Jumeirah Oasis Village (JOV), a sustainable living community for Jumeirah colleagues. Featuring energy-efficient design, recreational facilities, dining options and health programmes, JOV fosters well-being while building community through social events, sports and workplace accessibility.

Dubai Holding partnered with the Cambridge Institute for Sustainability Leadership (CISL) to deliver a bespoke executive education programme. Through workshops and coaching, senior leaders explored global sustainability drivers and their impact on business. This training empowered our leadership to advance Dubai Holding’s Sustainability Strategy and contribute to sustainable development.

Dubai Holding, in partnership with Fin-Erth, launched the Women in Climate Community to unite female leaders across industries in the UAE and drive climate action. The inaugural ‘Building Momentum in Climate’ 2024 dinner event convened 80 policymakers, business leaders and climate experts to collaborate on practical climate solutions and develop actionable sustainability roadmaps for businesses and communities.

Dubai Holding’s Life Goals programme, launched in partnership with Visa, provides financial literacy training to blue-collar workers from Ejadah. Covering budgeting, saving and fraud prevention, the initiative enhances financial resilience and promotes inclusion. Since its launch in 2023, Life Goals has become part of the onboarding process for all new Ejadah employees. By the end of 2024, over 13,000 workers had completed the training.

Dubai Holding Asset Management, in partnership with BEEAH Group, launched the Green Champions Training initiative to enhance waste management across residential communities. Frontline teams gained expertise in recycling, waste segregation and sustainability practices, reinforcing Dubai Holding’s commitment to environmental responsibility and operational efficiency.

Dubai Holding’s success is driven by the diversity and strength of its workforce, fostering innovation and collaboration across the business and economy. In 2024, we continued implementing our Group-wide Gender, Equity and Inclusion (GEI) framework globally, including in the countries where Jumeirah operates. We maintained 31% female representation in middle and senior management roles, achieved two years ahead of schedule, as part of our pledge to accelerate gender balance in support of SDG 5. Our Dubai Holding Women’s Network, an employee resource group founded in 2023, grew to over 745 members.

Dubai Holding Entertainment fosters inclusion and impact across its destinations, welcoming millions of visitors annually. In 2024, senior leaders signed a pledge to advance disability inclusion, integrating it into business operations and strategy. Partnering with ImInclusive, Dubai Holding Entertainment hosted forums, workshops and training sessions to promote inclusive practices. Initiatives included work experience opportunities for People of Determination and an inclusive art installation at Dubai Design Week, reinforcing our commitment to equity and accessibility.