Zayed Authority for People of Determination Organizes the Sixth Student Art Exhibition “Open Studio 2026” in Collaboration with ADNOC

Under the theme “Nature Flourishes in Their Colors,” Al Ain Autism Center, affiliated with Zayed Authority for People of Determination, organized the sixth student art exhibition for People of Determination titled “Open Studio 2026.” The exhibition was sponsored by ADNOC and hosted by Al Ain Zoo.

The organization of the exhibition comes within the framework of national initiatives launched by His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE, may God protect him, designating 2026 as the Year of the Family, reflecting the family’s status as the cornerstone of building a cohesive and sustainable society. The exhibition aims to highlight the creative energies and artistic talents of People of Determination and to promote art as a means of expression and community inclusion.

The exhibition witnessed the participation of 200 students of determination from rehabilitation and care centers affiliated with the Zayed Authority, as well as students from schools under the Ministry of Education and the Abu Dhabi Department of Education and Knowledge, in addition to students from rehabilitation and care centers for People of Determination across the country. The event also saw active participation from parents and notable attendance by representatives of partner entities, in a scene that reflected the integration of roles between institutions and the community in supporting and empowering People of Determination, and in sharing moments of achievement and creativity.

Moza Ahmed Al Salami, Director of Al Ain Autism Center, affirmed that organizing the exhibition aligns with the objectives of the Year of the Family 2026 and reflects the Authority’s commitment to empowering various categories of People of Determination and nurturing their creative talents within a supportive and motivating environment. She stated: “The Open Studio exhibition represents a humane and creative platform that celebrates the abilities of People of Determination and reinforces the role of the family as a key partner in the empowerment journey.”

She added: “At Zayed Authority for People of Determination, we believe that art is a universal language capable of revealing latent potentials, building self-confidence, and reinforcing the values of inclusion and community participation, in line with the vision of our wise leadership to build an inclusive and sustainable society.”

Al Salami expressed her appreciation to ADNOC and Al Ain Zoo for their support and sponsorship of the exhibition, noting that strategic partnerships with national entities form a fundamental pillar in achieving positive and sustainable impact. Such partnerships contribute to providing an environment that nurtures creativity and excellence, enhances opportunities for People of Determination, and supports their active participation in society.

For his part, Engineer Ahmed Issa Al Harasi, Acting Director General of Al Ain Zoo, affirmed that hosting the exhibition aligns with national directions that support the empowerment of People of Determination and enhance their active participation across various cultural and community fields.

He noted that the event reflects the Zoo’s belief in the importance of art as a tool for expression and inclusion, and in the need to provide platforms that enable People of Determination to showcase their talents and creativity in a supportive and motivating environment. He emphasized that this is in line with the vision of wise leadership in designating 2026 as the Year of the Family and reinforcing its status as the foundation of a cohesive and sustainable society.