Cover Photo: Mr Ameerali Abdealu (Centre)
The 6th Abdeali Tayebali Life Time Achievement Award Ceremony took place on the 24th November 2018 at Village Bugis Hotel. Mr Edwin Tong, Senior Minister of State, Ministry of Law and Ministry of Health was the Guest of Honor.
THE ABDEALI TAYEBALI FAMILY TRUST
The Fund was established by Mr. Ameerali Abdeali, a retired civil servant, in the memory of the late Mr. Abdeali Hj. Tayebali who emigrated from India to Singapore in the 1940s. He co-founded a business called Singapore Rattan and Cane Mart Pte Ltd. He was a devoted family man and noted for his philanthropy. He was an honourable gentleman who had contributed greatly to the community and nation and to worthy charitable causes. Mr. Abdeali was also active in promoting of inter-faith harmony and understanding and served as the Honorary Treasurer of the Inter-Religious Organisation (IRO) for many years.
The Abdeali Tayebali Family Trust sponsors The Abdeali Tayebali Lifetime Achievement Award and the Courage Award. These awards were set up in 2012 and is presented to individuals who best encapsulate the following ideals:
THE ABDEALI TAYEBALI AWARD CRITERIA
Demonstration of courage and endurance in the face of a great challenge and adversity
Being a source of inspiration for others and a role model in the promotion of the spirit of adventure and sportsmanship in particular amongst the young in our society
Respect, consideration and sensitivity for the beliefs, cultural practices and traditions of people of all faiths and ethnicity
Concern for the general welfare of the community and an exemplification of dedication, compassion and empathy in the service of society.
Article and Photo Courtesy: Mr Ameerali Abdeali