Question: How can I anonymously report activities occurring in my Dubai community?

Answer: In response to your inquiry, it appears that you wish to report illicit activities taking place in your Dubai community while maintaining your anonymity. In 2003, the Dubai Government introduced a service known as 'Al Ameen,' which allows citizens, residents, and tourists to confidentially communicate concerns regarding their safety and security. This service enables individuals to report a wide range of issues that could potentially undermine the overall safety, security, and stability of both the emirate and the wider UAE.

Through the 'Al Ameen' service, the public can report suspicions related to various matters, including but not limited to:

• Corruption and labor exploitation
• Terrorist and extremist activities
• Involvement in armed gangs and organized crime
• Forgery of governmental and official documents
• Reporting counterfeit currency
• Espionage and the disclosure of sensitive state secrets
• Spreading rumors and propaganda intended to influence public opinion and disrupt public order, peace, and tranquility
• Regulatory violations
• Ethical misconduct
• Reporting information about planned or ongoing illegal activities that may threaten the security and well-being of Dubai, the UAE, or any other country, or that may involve issues related to leadership, government, or politics

Furthermore, the 'Al Ameen' service can be used to report issues such as money laundering, drug trafficking, kidnappings, health, safety, and environmental hazards, various types of crimes, suspicious activities (including economic offenses and white-collar crimes), activities that may endanger lives, social issues, and any activities that contravene UAE laws.

One of the exceptional features of the 'Al Ameen' service is the complete anonymity it provides to those who utilize it. The identity of the individual using the service, as well as the communication and information provided, is kept entirely confidential. Therefore, individuals can rest assured that their identity will not be disclosed, and they will not be involved further once they report an incident or crime.

The Dubai and UAE governments actively encourage citizens, residents, and non-residents to utilize the 'Al Ameen' service to voice their concerns and provide information that contributes to the welfare and stability of the UAE.

You should feel free to use the 'Al Ameen' service without any hesitation or fear and report any illegal incidents or activities you are aware of in your community, in Dubai, or anywhere else in the UAE.

Moreover, to raise awareness of the 'Al Ameen' service, the Dubai Government organizes various conferences, forums, and discussions. 'Al Ameen' service maintains a presence on social media platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, and X (formerly Twitter), where it shares information related to safety and crime prevention. It also provides insights into emerging crime trends, particularly those involving online services or social media platforms, to help the public stay vigilant and avoid falling victim to online crimes.

The 'Al Ameen' service operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and offers multiple reporting options, including social media channels, a dedicated phone application, a toll-free number (800 4444) for local calls or (+971 -800-4444) for international calls, a WhatsApp number (+971 54 800 4444), and SMS reporting (send "4444").