On the occasion of Union Pledge Day, H.E. Salama Al Ameemi, Director General of the Family Care Authority FCA, affirmed that the occasion serves as a national milestone to honour the vision of the UAE’s Founding Father, the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, who believed that a nation’s greatest wealth lies in its people. More than five decades later, that vision continues to guide the UAE’s development journey, placing people and families at the heart of the nation’s progress and prosperity.
H.E. Salama Al Ameemi, Director General of the Family Care Authority, said: “Our Founding Father, the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, believed that a nation’s greatest wealth lies in its people. More than five decades later, that belief continues to shape the UAE, placing people and families at the heart of the nation’s development and prosperity.
As we commemorate Union Pledge Day during the Year of the Family, we are reminded that the pledge of unity did more than bring seven emirates together. It laid the foundations for a society built on compassion, solidarity and a shared responsibility.
At the Family Care Authority, we remain committed to translating these values into meaningful action by supporting families with the care, guidance and protection they need to navigate challenges with confidence. Together with our partners, we continue to empower families, enhance their quality of life and strengthen a more cohesive and prosperous society.”
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.
