HRMARS - This study analyses the phenomenon of begging in the United Arab Emirates and its social, economic, and security impacts. It investigates the main causes behind its spread, evaluates existing governmental policies aimed at limiting it, and assesses the effectiveness of these measures. The research addresses the growing prevalence of begging despite regulatory efforts, as well as its harmful consequences for social cohesion, economic stability, and public safety. Using an inductive approach, the study draws on governmental reports, academic literature, and field data, including questionnaires and structured interviews with community members and specialists. Statistical methods, including descriptive analysis and Analysis of Variance, are applied to examine the data. The findings show that begging negatively affects social structures by weakening family cohesion and reducing community trust. Economically, it increases public welfare expenditures and creates an unfavourable environment for investment. From a security perspective, the study indicates that begging is associated with higher crime risks and potential involvement in illegal activities, which threaten public safety and societal stability. The study emphasizes that begging is not merely a social concern but a multidimensional issue with serious economic and security implications. It highlights the need for more effective and comprehensive policy frameworks to address the root causes of the phenomenon. The research provides practical recommendations to strengthen current strategies, limit the spread of begging, and support decision makers in developing sustainable solutions.
Almazrouie et al. (Wed,) studied this question.