Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, 11 August 2026: On the occasion of World Youth Day, H.E. Salama Al Ameemi, Director General of the Family Care Authority (FCA), said “International Youth Day is an opportunity to celebrate the youth who are the driving force of social transformation in Abu Dhabi. Rooted in the vision of our wise leadership, the Family Care Authority’s (FCA) role extends beyond providing essential services, care, and support to families in need. Through our integrated services, FCA is committed to empowering a generation of capable youth with the confidence, knowledge and support needed to contribute to family well-being. We aim to engage young individuals as partners of constructive change, strengthening families and fostering a more cohesive society.
Today, we invite our youth to be champions of social solidarity and harmony. Together with our partners, we will continue to address challenges and offer innovative pathways that support meaningful participation and positive independence, empowering them to continue shaping a brighter future for generations to come.”
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.
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