In a significant milestone for social care development in Abu Dhabi, the Department of Community Development and the United Arab Emirates University celebrated the graduation of the fourth cohort from the “Capacity Building for Social Care Professionals” programme. The graduation ceremony, which took place at the Ritz-Carlton Hotel in Abu Dhabi, saw 98 graduates recognised for their achievements.
Celebrating Achievements and Commitment to Social Development
Among those in attendance at the ceremony were Mazen Al-Dahmani, the Executive Director of the Shared Services Sector at the Department of Community Development, and Professor Mohammed Bin Hoedan, Dean of the College of Humanities and Social Sciences at the United Arab Emirates University. They were joined by other officials from both institutions and representatives from participating organisations.
Details of the Graduation Cohort
This graduating class comprised 75 graduates from the Professional Diploma in Social Work Skills and 23 graduates from the Professional Diploma in School Counselling. The participants hailed from both government and private sectors within the Emirate of Abu Dhabi, reflecting a broad commitment to enhancing the capabilities of professionals in social care.
A Vision for National Development
Professor Mohammed Bin Hoedan remarked, “The programme represents a genuine investment in national competencies. At the United Arab Emirates University, we recognise that national development cannot be complete without human development. Thus, our professional programmes, including this one, aim to equip the community with qualified field specialists who align with the vision of our wise leadership, which positions human beings as the highest value and the greatest wealth.”