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Abu Dhabi Award for Excellence in Inclusion of People of Determination - Damj

This initiative, under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed, is based on the Abu Dhabi Strategy for People of Determination, launched by His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed, President of the UAE, in 2020

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Medeem

Inspired by the values and wisdom of the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, the founding father of the United Arab Emirates, Medeem is an initiative launched by the Department of Community Development - Abu Dhabi. Created to support the objectives of the Abu Dhabi Family Wellbeing Strategy, Medeem aims to ensure that all marriages in the emirate of Abu Dhabi are established on solid foundations. This in turn will lead to life-long happy marriages, and strong and stable families that contribute towards building a cohesive and prosperous society.

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Abu Dhabi Integrated Strategy to Combat Addiction

Abu Dhabi’s Department of Community Development (DCD) has launched the Abu Dhabi Integrated Strategy to Combat Addiction. Its aim is to protect society from drugs and help individuals remain productive members of society. As part of the strategy, a host of programs are to be initiated in collaboration with DCD’s partners to educate community members about the dangers of drugs and help patients to reintegrate into families and society.

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About DCD

As the custodian of Abu Dhabi’s social sector agenda, we strive to raise the quality of services in the sector, create an inclusive and cohesive society in the Emirate, provide opportunities and services for all individuals in Abu Dhabi to grow economically and socially, build integrated communities.
• Vision: Dignified life for all
• Mission: To promote a sustainable society and economy
• Values: We are guided by the values of respect, credibility, empathy, responsibility, passion for giving
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10 Jul 2025
DCD Announces Second Edition of the Social Care Forum

As part of the Year of the Community, and in line with Abu Dhabi’s ongoing efforts to strengthen the social care ecosystem and foster strategic dialogue aimed at enhancing quality of life, the Department of Community Development – Abu Dhabi has announced the second edition of the Social Care Forum. Under the theme “Future-Ready Social Care: People, Practice, and Policy ,” the forum will take place on 24–25 September at Hilton Yas Abu Dhabi

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8 Jul 2025
UAEU and DCD Celebrate Graduation of the Third Cohort of the Social Care Professionals Capacity-Building Program

The United Arab Emirates University, represented by the College of Humanities, Social Sciences, and the Continuing Education Center, celebrated the graduation of the third cohort of the Social Care Professionals Capacity-Building Program. The ceremony was held in collaboration with the Department of Community Development – Abu Dhabi, represented by the Social Licensing and Regulatory Sector, at Hilton Yas Island Hotel in Abu Dhabi, in the presence of representatives from partner entities and faculty members.

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13 Jun 2025
DCD participates for the First Time as Part of the UAE Delegation at the UN Conference of States Parties to the convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities

In line with its efforts to promote social development and strengthen Abu Dhabi’s position as an inclusive city, the Department of Community Development (DCD) – Abu Dhabi participated for the first time as part of the United Arab Emirates delegation at the 18th session of the Conference of States Parties to the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (COSP-18), held at the United Nations headquarters in New York, with the participation of representatives from over 180 countries.

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12 Jun 2025
DCD launches Child Protection in Sport Policy

The Department of Community Development in Abu Dhabi has introduced the Child Protection Policy in the Sports Entities with the aim of creating a safe and inclusive environment where children can thrive and enjoy sports free from harm.

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Frequently asked questions

What are the main segments DCD focuses on?

The Department of Community Development serves all groups of society, especially those with special needs (people of determination). This includes but is not limited to those with disabilities, the elderly, youth, women, orphans, families, and children.

How can I apply for a job?

By sending an email to recruitment@addcd.gov.ae or by visiting the “apply for job” page here.

How can I contact the Department of Community Development, or submit a proposal?

You can contact us through our toll-free number: 800555.

What is the strategy of the Department of Community Development in Abu Dhabi?

The Department of Community Development works towards three main ambitions:

  • A decent standard of living for every member of the community
  • A tolerant and inclusive society founded on cohesive families
  • An active and responsible community

What is the Department’s role in Community Development?

The Department of Community Development plays a central role in organising and coordinating the contributions of individuals, governmental entities, NGOs and private corporations through a range of initiatives.
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