Expo's oldest volunteer Mahabir Singhal, 79, a retired finance professional, says it's important for expatriates to give back to the country. Chris Whiteoak / The National
Eissa Al Naamani will turn 18 two days before the Expo opens and has been keen on being a volunteer at the World Fair since he was 16. He explains why he wants to represent his country and welcome visitors from across the world at Expo 2020 Dubai. Victor Besa / The National.
Expo's oldest volunteer Mahabir Singhal, 79, a retired finance professional, enjoys being part of the Expo family and the UAE. Chris Whiteoak / The National
Orientation and training sessions are being held for thousands of Expo volunteers. Photos: Expo 2020 Dubai
Volunteers during training sessions to understand their role in making the Expo a unique experience for visitors.
Emirati citizens and expatriates have been selected as volunteers from more than 180,000 applicants and will be employed in a range of roles, from protocol to media relations.
Orientation and training sessions are allowing thousands of volunteers to familiarise themselves with their roles at Expo 2020 Dubai.
Uniforms of expatriate and Emirati volunteers who will be part of the World Fair in Dubai
Abeer Al Hosani, director of the Expo volunteer programme, says the project is like a gate that allows everyone to participate in the World Fair.
Eissa Al Naamani will turn 18 two days before the Expo opens and has been keen on being a volunteer at the World Fair since he was 16. Victor Besa / The National.
Expo's oldest volunteer Mahabir Singhal, 79, a retired finance professional, says it's important for expatriates to give back to the country. Chris Whiteoak / The National
Eissa Al Naamani will turn 18 two days before the Expo opens and has been keen on being a volunteer at the World Fair since he was 16. He explains why he wants to represent his country and welcome visitors from across the world at Expo 2020 Dubai. Victor Besa / The National.
Expo's oldest volunteer Mahabir Singhal, 79, a retired finance professional, enjoys being part of the Expo family and the UAE. Chris Whiteoak / The National
Orientation and training sessions are being held for thousands of Expo volunteers. Photos: Expo 2020 Dubai
Volunteers during training sessions to understand their role in making the Expo a unique experience for visitors.
Emirati citizens and expatriates have been selected as volunteers from more than 180,000 applicants and will be employed in a range of roles, from protocol to media relations.
Orientation and training sessions are allowing thousands of volunteers to familiarise themselves with their roles at Expo 2020 Dubai.
Uniforms of expatriate and Emirati volunteers who will be part of the World Fair in Dubai
Abeer Al Hosani, director of the Expo volunteer programme, says the project is like a gate that allows everyone to participate in the World Fair.
Eissa Al Naamani will turn 18 two days before the Expo opens and has been keen on being a volunteer at the World Fair since he was 16. Victor Besa / The National.
Expo's oldest volunteer Mahabir Singhal, 79, a retired finance professional, says it's important for expatriates to give back to the country. Chris Whiteoak / The National