nature’s greetingsWWF greeting card collection 2006

stop the degradation of our planet's natural environment

Here in the UAE, we have a strong tradition of working for the betterment of our culture, society and environment. It was inthis spirit that I agreed to become the patron of WWF’s first permanent presence in the Middle East here in the UAE.

WWF has been closely associated with the region for many years and recentsuccesses include “Operation Oryx”, a project developed to protect theArabian Oryx from extinction. Other projects include establishing protectedareas of natural habitat like the tidal marshes, mangroves and coral reefs tothe protection of many indigenous species such as the Arabian Leopard andMarine Turtles.

WWF is working for the long-term preservation of the environment and theimmense natural wealth that we find here in the UAE. It aims, with the

assistance of local agencies and businesses, to create a consciousness of the many environmental issues that face societyevery day in the hope that together we can all make a difference.

By working together, pooling resources and sharing knowledge, I am confident that we can bring about that change and realconservation achievement in our uniquely beautiful part of the world.

Through the support and co-operation of the UAE society today, I am sure we can share in its many successes with theconfidence they will still be enjoyed by generations to come.

Your support and concern is very much appreciated.

H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed Al Nahyan

WWF is working for the long-termpreservation of the environment andthe immense natural wealth that we

find here in the UAE.

our patron

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WWF’s association with the Arabian Peninsula dates back to the early 1960s. In recent years, the conservation organisation hasestablished a credible presence in the UAE by its work with local agencies to raise environmental and conservation awareness inthe region.

Education plays a key role in raising such awareness, particularly among the young, and the Enviro-Spellathon succeeds inaccomplishing this. Implemented in the Emirates of Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Sharjah, Ras Al Khaimah and Fujairah, this programme willcontinue in schools; developing a sense of involvement in every one of the 125,000 student participants to date.

Qarnein Island remains a major achievement as the first internationally recognised Marine Protected Area in the Arabian Gulf, and itsacknowledgement by the WWF as a ‘Gift to the Earth.’ Owned by H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the island, we hope,is a forerunner to other protected areas in the region.

WWF’s work with the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species (CITES) has assisted the UAE in lifting a CITEStrade suspension. Further, by conducting an extensive awareness and training programme, WWF enhanced the capacity of localenforcement agencies to detect and act upon violations by illegal traders. This resulted in a record number of seizures of illicitwildlife trade in the last 12 months.

WWF would like to extend its thanks to Dubai Municipality for the provision of its office in the historical area of Al Bastakia, Dubai.This designated heritage area housing the Sheikh Mohammed Cultural Centre and other non-profit organisations, will enable WWFto successfully continue its conservation work in the region.

WWF would also like to thank ERWDA for its continuous support; our corporate members fortheir encouragement; and all individuals who support us and promote our activities in the UAE.

By making a purchase from WWF’s range of greeting cars and merchandise, you are generouslycontributing and continuing to support the WWF mission to stop the degradation of the naturalenvironment. You are also helping build a future where the people of the UAE can live in harmonywith nature for many years to come.

Dr. Claude Martin

Director General, WWF International

Qarnein Island remains a major accomplishment as the first internationally recognised Marine Protected Area in the Arabian Gulf as a “Gift to the Earth”“ ”

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WWF is unique in its ability to partnerwith others and to broker concreteconservation solutions.“ ” 01 | Local Boy Paul Thuysbaert

02 | Sunset Mosque Daren Bell

03 | Lanterns PPL©

04 | Sunset Mosque Doorway Daren Bell

05 | Windtwower Dubai Municipality

06 | Jumeirah Mosque Paul Thuysbaert

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[ All nature’s greetings cards are completely natural, printed on 100% recycled rag, handmade paper sourced from local manufacturers ]

07 | Wooden Door PPL©

08 | Wooden Dhows Trevor Waugh

09 | Local Man PPL©

10 | Dancing Sticks PPL©

11 | Brass Plate PPL©

12 | Golden Lady Daren Bell

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13 | Mountains PPL©

14 | Sunlit Wadi Daren Bell

15 | Dunes

16 | Men enjoying Dhow Races Paul Thuysbaert

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benefits to themselves as well as to the

environment through a partnership with WWF.

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17 | Sunset Dhows PPL©

18 | Coral Reef PPL©

19 | Swimming Turtle

20 | Dolphin Canon

21 | Harbour Dhows Christopher Southcombe

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wildlife22 | Maqta Crossing Christopher Southcombe

23 | Flamingo Christopher Southcombe

24 | Sunset Caravan Daren Bell

25 | Smiling Camel Daren Bell

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26 | Camel Caravan Canon

27 | Falcon PPL©

28 | Desert Caravan Christopher Southcombe

29 | Sunset Camel Daren Bell

the challenge for WWF is that all environmentproblems are important - but one organisation cannottackle them all. Therefore we need to focus on criticalplaces and issues, and forge partnerships to make a

measurable difference to the state of the world.

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30 | Candlelight Greetings

31 | Happy Diwali PPL©

32 | Gulf Christmas

33 | Coffee & Dates Paul Thuysbaert

34 | Bidaya Mosque Patricia Farki

35 | Joy, Peace & Prosperity PPL©

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2006Calendar

A selection of WWF images from the UAE

2006calendar

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thank you

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