Marking the International Day of Families 2026, the Family Care Authority (FCA) participated in Abu Dhabi City Municipality’s ‘Families Build Communities’ event, held at the Municipal Prescence Centre at Mohammed Bin Zayed City. The participation reflects FCA’s ongoing commitment to engaging directly with families and communities through meaningful dialogue and interactive initiatives that strengthen social connection and family wellbeing. During the event, FCA hosted an interactive workshop led by Dr. Fatima Al Dhaheri, Awareness Programmes Specialist at FCA. The workshop aimed at helping participants understand the importance of healthy relationships and family cohesion, while equipping them with practical tools to nurture supportive environments grounded in trust, care and compassion.
Through its workshop, FCA reaffirmed its role as a trusted partner working closely with families to strengthen family bonds, promote social cohesion and create lasting community impact, in line with the UAE’s vision for more connected and resilient communities and the objectives of the Year of Family.
FCA’s participation in the event further reaffirms its dedication to working alongside its esteemed partners to advance an integrated care system, with the shared goal of enhancing quality of life and delivering meaningful impact across the community.
About the Family Care Authority FCA:
The Family Care Authority (FCA), an affiliate of the Department of Community Development – Abu Dhabi, plays a significant role within Abu Dhabi’s social sector ecosystem, guided by its vision of fostering more stable, resilient, and cohesive families. The Authority adopts a comprehensive and human-centred approach focused on prevention, support, and empowerment, providing integrated range of social, psychological, and family care services tailored to the evolving needs of individuals and families across all stages of life.
Collaborating closely with its partners across the social sector, the Authority serves as both a coordinating and enabling entity, bringing cohesive services through its centres in Abu Dhabi, Al Ain, and Al Dhafra. Its service categories include Counselling and Guidance, Protective Care, Alternative Care, Empowerment and Awareness, and Custody Visitation, all aimed at enhancing quality of life and strengthening social cohesion and long-term community wellbeing.
The Authority’s mandate was further expanded under Abu Dhabi Executive Council Resolution No. (9) of 2024 to include shelter and humanitarian care services, rehabilitation and empowerment programmes, and specialised support for victims of violence and human trafficking. These services are delivered within a framework that safeguards privacy, preserves human dignity, and promotes family security, reassurance, and social stability.
