• THE JOURNEY
    OF ONE MOTHER
    WITH HER CHILD LED TO THE FOUNDATION OF EAC

    Amal Sabry founded EAC in 2007, the fruitful result of a long and interesting journey with her autistic son, Amr.

  • AMR SHARAAN
    1ST AUTISTIC PERSON IN THE UAE TO RECEIVE FORMAL INCLUSION IN UAE SCHOOLS

    Amal Sabry’s son, Amr Sharaan, became the first autistic person in the UAE to graduate high school following a formal inclusion process, and is currently in full-time employment.

  • 100% OF OUR STUDENTS ARE IN SOCIAL INCLUSION PROGRAMS

    We involve our students in recreation, leisure, volunteer and work placement training opportunities that match their interests and skills.

  • EDUCATING A DIVERSE STUDENT POPULATION

    We cater to students from 10+ nationalities, with ages ranging from 4- 18 years.

  • UNLOCKING TALENT AND
    ACQUIRING SKILLS FOR INDEPENDENCE

    Our children performing at Emirates Palace Theatre, Abu Dhabi.

  • PSYCHO-EDUCATION CURRICULUM

    Adopting a philosophy that emphasizes development at the social, psychological and behavioral level.

  • ART AND VOCATIONAL REHABILITATION

    This artwork piece of our Father, HH Sheikh Zayed, is handmade by our children through the innovative re-use of wood waste. Our students placed second on a regional level art contest.

  • OUR GOAL IS TO EMPOWER OUR CHILDREN
    TO BE INDEPENDENT

    Strengthening communication, working on self-care skills, and participating in social inclusion programs.

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Emirates Autism Center

Strategic Plan
& Objectives

  • Providing educational and rehabilitative care to the largest possible number of children with autism in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi.
  • Providing psychological support to adolescents with autism and practically integrating them into society.
  • Equipping and training all parents with the skills needed to deal with their children with autism through a comprehensive family counseling program.
  • Increasing community awareness regarding autism in Emirati society.
  • Building partnerships to enhance the provision of services and support for individuals with autism.
  • Promoting comprehensive sustainability by adopting sustainable environmental and institutional practices, developing human capital, and supporting research and development to ensure the continuity of service quality and enhance its positive impact.

Autism Center

Center Vision

Leadership in empowering individuals with autism to achieve a dignified life and distinguished community inclusion.

Center Mission

Emirates Autism Center seeks to empower and support People of Determination with autism within the community through awareness, advocacy, and the provision of a distinguished, knowledge-based, respectful, and supportive educational environment.

Center Values

Empathy
Credibility
Safety & Protection
Collaboration
Compassion
Respect
Transparency
Dedication
Excellence
Passion for Giving
Kindness
Responsibility

  • HANDMADE PRODUCTS BY STUDENTS ON THE AUTISM SPECTRUM