In recent developments, the “إرادة” Center for Treatment and Rehabilitation in Dubai has made significant strides in offering sustainable empowerment to individuals recovering from addiction. In 2025, the center reported that 232 patients enrolled in its treatment program, with 105 successfully graduating, reflecting a high success rate of 45%. This achievement not only showcases the center’s commitment to facilitating the reintegration of recovering addicts into society but also emphasizes the innovative pathways to employment the center has created to mitigate the societal stigma surrounding addiction.
Innovative Support Services for Recovery
The center announced to “الإمارات اليوم” that, throughout 2025, it achieved tangible outcomes in providing comprehensive treatment and rehabilitation services focused on sustainability for recovering addicts. These initiatives, particularly the “special accommodation services” for those unable to integrate with their families during the early stages of recovery, have been pivotal. Additionally, services such as tattoo removal and consultation rooms aim to provide psychological and social support in secure environments.
Commitment to National and Humanitarian Goals
Abdul Razak Ameeri, the Executive Director of the center, stated that the accomplishments in 2025 reflect the center’s dedication to its national and humanitarian role. Through integrated treatment and rehabilitation programs centered on sustainable empowerment, the objective remains clear: to effectively integrate recovering individuals into society.
This year also saw the center expand its specialized services and broaden its strategic partnerships, significantly enhancing the quality of care provided, thus meeting the unique needs of these individuals and encouraging their active participation in all aspects of life.
Community Engagement and Support Initiatives
The center’s future plans involve expanded community initiatives and innovative programs that leverage national expertise and adopt best global practices. This aligns with the aspirations of the leadership while reinforcing the center’s position as a leading model for sustainable treatment services, ultimately contributing to a more cohesive and inclusive society.
Dr. Abdullah Al-Ansari, Director of Community Awareness and Social Support, emphasized that the recovery experience at the center is exceptional. It goes beyond offering top-notch therapeutic services, encompassing a holistic support system that addresses all aspects of a patient’s life, effectively serving the center’s goals.
Legal Support and Essential Services
Throughout 2025, the center provided numerous services, including free legal assistance, which entailed consultations and legal representation. A total of 56 legal services were delivered, resulting in favorable outcomes for some patients. Support was also extended to those adhering to treatment plans by providing 100 support cards for essential purchases and 100 fuel cards to facilitate their access to the center. Additionally, the center covered educational costs for recovering individuals and their children in five cases and provided treatment costs for non-nationals in 24 cases, all within the same year.
Unique Initiatives for Reintegration
Noteworthy initiatives include the “Umrah for Willpower” program, where recovering individuals were given the opportunity to undertake a pilgrimage with comprehensive oversight from the center staff. This initiative highlights the center’s commitment to addressing the spiritual needs of recovering individuals and fostering their positive reintegration into society.
The center launched a training and rehabilitation program for committed individuals, where participants undergo six months of training in governmental or private entities, coupled with medical follow-ups to monitor their progress. In 2025, this program successfully enabled nine recovering addicts to receive training, with two securing permanent job placements afterward, illustrating the center’s effective pathways to employment and its efforts to diminish societal stigma associated with addiction.
Community Awareness Campaigns
Moreover, the center places immense emphasis on community awareness as the first line of defense against addiction. In 2025, initiatives focused on increasing awareness about addiction as a disease and introducing the center’s services were launched. Eleven awareness campaigns were organized in commercial centers, alongside 168 lectures and workshops targeting various community sectors, including governmental and private entities, schools, universities, and correctional facilities.
This comprehensive approach not only promotes a culture of recovery but also encourages families to seek expert consultations and educates them on how best to support addiction recovery efforts, thereby further reducing societal stigma.
“إرادة” has successfully introduced innovative initiatives to reintegrate recovering individuals, including “special accommodation” services, tattoo removal projects, and private consultation rooms. These efforts are integral to building a supportive environment for recovery and societal reintegration.