Zayed Authority for People of Determination Signs Strategic Cooperation Agreement with Haitham Al-Sharif Center to Strengthen the Psychological and Family Support System

Zayed Authority for People of Determination has signed a cooperation agreement with Haitham Al-Sharif Training and Consultancy Center, aimed at providing psychological, family, and counseling sessions for parents and educational staff. This initiative comes as part of efforts to strengthen the system of psychological and social support for People of Determination and their families.

The agreement was signed on behalf of Zayed Authority for People of Determination by H.E. Abdullah Abdul Aali Al Humaidan, Director General, and on behalf of Haitham Al-Sharif Training and Consultancy Center by Mr. Haitham Mostafa Abdel Maksoud Mostafa, Chief Executive Officer of the Center. The signing ceremony took place at the Authority’s Innovation Center in the presence of several senior officials from both sides.

The agreement aims to support parents and empower educational staff through specialized programs and sessions that contribute to enhancing mental health, promoting family stability, and improving the quality of services provided to People of Determination. This aligns with Abu Dhabi Government’s Vision 2030 to achieve comprehensive and sustainable social development.

Under the agreement, Zayed Authority for People of Determination will provide venues for implementing training workshops, monitor the performance of the programs delivered, and invite the Center to participate in various activities and initiatives supporting People of Determination. Meanwhile, Haitham Al-Sharif Center will deliver psychological, family, and counseling sessions for parents and educational staff, in addition to organizing free training courses for the Authority’s employees.

H.E. Abdullah Abdul Aali Al Humaidan, Director General of Zayed Authority for People of Determination, emphasized that empowering People of Determination goes beyond educational and rehabilitation services, extending to building an integrated psychological and family support system that enhances family stability and strengthens its pivotal role in the empowerment journey.

He stated: “This agreement with Haitham Al-Sharif Center reflects our commitment to delivering high-quality services that improve quality of life and promote the mental well-being of parents and educational staff, as they are key partners in the journey of People of Determination. Investing in psychological support is an investment in community sustainability and in building a more aware, inclusive, and empowering environment.”

For his part, Mr. Haitham Mostafa Abdel Maksoud Mostafa, Chief Executive Officer of Haitham Al-Sharif Training and Consultancy Center, affirmed that signing this cooperation agreement reflects both parties’ commitment to building a comprehensive psychological and family support system that enhances family stability and enables People of Determination to integrate and contribute productively.

He added that psychological support is a fundamental pillar in the empowerment journey, noting that the specialized programs and sessions to be implemented under the agreement will enhance quality of life, promote a culture of inclusion, and support parents and educational staff as key partners in sustainable empowerment. He also expressed his appreciation to Zayed Authority for People of Determination for their trust in the Center and their deep commitment to the mission of rehabilitation and inclusion.