
Department of Community Development
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 …

Volunteering in Abu Dhabi
The Volunteering Policy in Abu Dhabi promotes a culture of Volunteering to enhance social cohesion and benefit the community as a whole, through increasing volunteering engagement and participation ...

Social Care Professional Licensing
In line with our vision of promoting and ensuring a “Dignified life for all”, we are constantly monitoring the social care practice in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi and are keen on ensuring that the highest quality of service is provided by competent, qualified and licensed practitioners ...

Abu Dhabi Strategy for People of Determination 2020-2024
Abu Dhabi Strategy for People of Determination 2020 - 2024, approved by the Executive Council, was launched with the aim of activating the role of People of Determination in society and of making the Emirate of Abu Dhabi an inclusive and well-prepared city for People of Determination by 2024

Family Care Authority
The Authority was established in Abu Dhabi to provide specialized and centralized services in response to families’ needs in the emirate. It achieves this by consolidating efforts after studying the circumstances of Abu Dhabi’s
Abu Dhabi Integrated Strategy to Combat Addiction (2022-2024)
The brochure covers the objective of the strategy and the basis for its activation, in addition to the main pillars addressed

Licensing of Non-Governmental Organization
In line with our vision to provide a "dignified life for all members of the Community", the Department of Community Development is responsible for granting initial approvals and licensing public interest associations and civil society foundations in accordance with the provisions of laws and regulating decisions.
DCD is focused on three main aspirations

DCD is focused on three main aspirations

DCD is focused on three main aspirations

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Frequently asked questions
What are the main segments DCD focuses on?
How can I apply for a job?
How can I contact the Department of Community Development, or submit a proposal?
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?
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His Excellency Sheikh Nahyan Bin Mubarak, Minister of Tolerance and Coexistence and Dr. Mugheer Al Khaili, Chairman of DCD, showcase the 23 licensed non – Muslim places of worship in Abu Dhabi, in celebration of the Global Tolerance and Human Fraternity Summit. https://t.co/8U4Lx4IbiJ
HE Dr. Mugheer Khamis Al Khaili, Chairman of DCD – Abu Dhabi, said that the Emirate of Abu Dhabi has become a pioneering model in spreading concepts of tolerance and community cohesion, the country embraces more than 200 nationalities of different religions, races and cultures, https://t.co/jzCf65qogh
We celebrate the International Day of Human fraternity to commemorate the signing of the Abu Dhabi agreement of Human Fraternity in 2019, to celebrate and promote the values of tolerance, coexistence and respect for the various cultures and religions in Abu Dhabi. https://t.co/UI6a0kPqda
We honored the winners of the first edition of the Al Safwa Excellence Award. Organizational performance development and encouraging environment for its employees is one of the DCD top priorities. Congratulations to the winners. #One_Community #ThisIsOurCommunity #DCDAbuDhabi https://t.co/716UEWmpvq
As part of the second edition of "Abu Dhabi Moments", we celebrated the main sponsors and strategic partners who made the initiative a success possible. A total of 6 events were held across various regions of the emirate. https://t.co/vfjD31yqzP
Abu Dhabi is home to the values of love, tolerance, and interdependence thanks to the various societal contributions that community members make every day #One_Community #ThisIsOurCommunity #DCDAbuDhabi #AbuDhabi #UAE https://t.co/s8ADF6RJIs