Because caring changes lives... We're here to support every child's step
Because caring changes lives... We're here to support every child's step
About the Center
The Capacity Abilities Development Center for People of Determination is a specialized institution that has been operating since 2007. It focuses on assessing, training, and developing the abilities of children with special needs, including those with intellectual disabilities, autism, and Down syndrome.
Vision
Empowering people of determination to develop their abilities to the fullest extent possible, allowing them to live meaningful and fulfilling lives as an integral part of society.
Mission
Utilizing the latest specialized programs and modern integrated technologies tailored to each student's needs.
Values
Professionalism, responsibility, transparency, credibility, teamwork, focus, compassion, sustainability, dedication, equality, and innovation are the core values in achieving goals and ensuring quality services.
Collaboration with 5 universities
Collaboration with 70 schools
363 students assessed under the Zayed Giving Initiative
Visual Identity & Logo Story
Logo Story
Logo Meaning
Logo Colors
The Sun of Development
When the idea of establishing the center was conceived, we needed to select a logo that represents the center’s vision, mission, and students in terms of color and design.
The logo consists of nine branches symbolizing the fundamental areas of human development. It takes the shape of sun rays, signifying how each area starts from emergence and shines towards full potential, aligning with the center’s vision of nurturing the capabilities of people of determination to their highest potential.
We chose "nurturing" instead of "growth" because we need numerous specialized programs for assessment, individual planning, goal achievement, progress tracking, and skill monitoring.
Blue: Represents positivity, professionalism, confidence, and calmness.
Yellow: Enhances joy and vitality, adds beauty, and increases optimism.
Illustrates the working mechanism at the center with students, where an individual plan is designed based on the areas of human development and their enhancement, using the best and most up-to-date training programs to develop capabilities.
The Sun of Development consists of 9 areas, with each ray representing a specific field:
| 1. Practical Awareness & Performance | 2. Imitation |
| 3. Verbal & Cognitive Performance | 4. Social Skills |
| 5. Gross Motor Skills | 6. Hand-Eye Coordination |
| 7. Self-Care | 8. Sensory Perception |
| 9. Fine Motor Skills |
Services Provided by the Center
Psycho-educational assessment approved by the Ministry of Community Development
Developing an individualized comprehensive educational plan for each student based on a specialized team’s evaluation.
Training and rehabilitation for individuals with intellectual disabilities and autism.
Speech and language therapy for various disabilities.
Sensory skill development (occupational therapy).
Psycho-motor skills development.
Artistic skills development.
Guiding interests towards creativity.
Providing educational and artistic services for ages 4 to 18 years.
Enhancing artistic and creative interests through music, art, sports, and vocational rehabilitation.
Training staff and developing educational skills through continuous courses and lectures.
Offering specialized lectures for parents.
Exchanging experiences and services with experts and other centers.
Conducting awareness programs in community institutions.
Integrating students into the local community through educational and recreational activities such as trips and field visits to universities and schools.
Collaborating with various cultural, educational, and vocational institutions to provide appropriate training for specialists and students.
Sheikh Mohammed bin Khalifa bin Mohammed bin Khalid Al Nahyan
Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Wajib Volunteer Association"I congratulate the Abilities Development Center on its new location and wish them further progress and success in serving this valuable segment of our society."
Sheikh Mohammed bin Khalifa Al Nahyan
Member of the Executive Council of the Emirate of Abu Dhabi"I extend my deep gratitude to the management of the Abilities Development Center for their invitation, wishing them continuous success under the leadership of His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan."
Ahmed Al-Adly Abdel Hay
Ambassador of Sudan to the Sultanate of Oman"It brings me great happiness to witness the opening of this remarkable new center.
Serving people with special needs is one of the noblest humanitarian endeavors.
May God bless those behind this great initiative and place it in their good deeds."
Rashid Mubarak Al Mansouri
Emirates Red Crescent AuthorityToday, I had the honor of visiting the Capacity Development Center at its new location. I observed the positive role it plays in developing the capabilities of male and female students. I was impressed by the center's workshops and the products produced by our students.
My sincere thanks and appreciation to those in charge of this center.
We ask God to grant them success and to help them complete their humanitarian mission.
Dr. Maha Radwan
Spouse of the Ambassador of the Arab Republic of EgyptHow wonderful are these moments we have spent in this sanctuary, which embraces children who were not granted the health of other children. Yet, God has blessed them with unique gifts and talents. How delightful it is to meet a distinguished group of qualified teachers who have dedicated their love to children with disabilities—and in return, have been loved by them. What we have witnessed has truly amazed us—their patience, kindness, and commendable efforts.
In the spirit of this fruitful gathering, we hope that our presence today will have a positive impact, bringing goodness and support to these children, May God grant them and us well-being.
Sheikh Mohammed bin Khalifa bin Mohammed bin Khalid Al Nahyan
Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Wajib Volunteer Association"I congratulate the Abilities Development Center on its new location and wish them further progress and success in serving this valuable segment of our society."
Sheikh Mohammed bin Khalifa Al Nahyan
Member of the Executive Council of the Emirate of Abu Dhabi"I extend my deep gratitude to the management of the Abilities Development Center for their invitation, wishing them continuous success under the leadership of His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan."
Ahmed Al-Adly Abdel Hay
Ambassador of Sudan to the Sultanate of Oman"It brings me great happiness to witness the opening of this remarkable new center.
Serving people with special needs is one of the noblest humanitarian endeavors.
May God bless those behind this great initiative and place it in their good deeds."
Rashid Mubarak Al Mansouri
Emirates Red Crescent AuthorityToday, I had the honor of visiting the Capacity Development Center at its new location. I observed the positive role it plays in developing the capabilities of male and female students. I was impressed by the center's workshops and the products produced by our students.
My sincere thanks and appreciation to those in charge of this center.
We ask God to grant them success and to help them complete their humanitarian mission.
Dr. Maha Radwan
Spouse of the Ambassador of the Arab Republic of EgyptHow wonderful are these moments we have spent in this sanctuary, which embraces children who were not granted the health of other children. Yet, God has blessed them with unique gifts and talents. How delightful it is to meet a distinguished group of qualified teachers who have dedicated their love to children with disabilities—and in return, have been loved by them. What we have witnessed has truly amazed us—their patience, kindness, and commendable efforts.
In the spirit of this fruitful gathering, we hope that our presence today will have a positive impact, bringing goodness and support to these children, May God grant them and us well-being.
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