Abu Dhabi Gears Up For Early Childhood Week With Emirate-Wide Family Experiences And Activities
Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Theyab bin Mohamed bin ZayedAl Nahyan, Deputy Chairman of the Presidential Court for Development and Fallen Heroes’ Affairs and Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Early Childhood Authority (ECA), the Authority today announced the strategic partners and the calendar of community activations, events and experiences that will take place during Abu Dhabi Early Childhood Week 2025from 17-23 Novemberacross Abu Dhabi, Al Ain and Al Dhafra.
This year’s theme, “Together We Can Make Abu Dhabi a Family-friendly Emirate,” calls on all segments of society to organize activities and experiences, playing an active role in shaping an environment where young children can flourish to their full potential. This aligns with the UAE’s Year of Community, as Abu Dhabi Early Childhood Week 2025 underscores the importance of unity and collective participation in creating supportive environments for children and families.
ECA revealed (51) strategic partners from government, private sector, and community organizations, announcing ADNOC as the Energy Partner, The National Academy for Childhood Development (NACD) as the VisionaryPartner, and PureHealth as the Health Partner. Together, they will deliver a series of family-focusedcommunity activations, events and experiencesduring the Week, spanning public spaces, workplaces, and cultural venues. The Week encourages families to spend quality time with their children, nurturing cultural identity and heritage, promoting technology and AI use to support their development, not replacing, real-life connection, and creating more family-friendly spaces across the Emirate.
Her Excellency Sana bint Mohamed Suhail, Minister of Family and Director General of the Abu Dhabi Early Childhood Authority said:“The early years shape the future of our society, building emotional well-being, resilience, learning, and health. By prioritizing these years, Abu Dhabi is making one of the most strategic investments any society can make. Abu Dhabi Early Childhood Week 2025 reflects this vision. It remindsus of all -families, caregivers, government, the private sector, and civil society-that nurturing every child’s potential is a shared responsibility.”
Dr. Ghuwaya Al Neyadi, Senior Vice President, Group Medical & Wellbeing, ADNOC, said: “Abu Dhabi Early Childhood Week serves as a platform for families, educators, and communities to work together in shaping a supportive environment for young children. We are delighted to collaborate with the Abu Dhabi Early Childhood Authority on this important initiative, which underscores ADNOC’s commitment to nurturing future generations. Together, we aim to create meaningful experiences that help every child reach their full potential.”
Dr. Meera Saeed AlKaabi, Chief of the National Academy for Childhood Development (NACD) Team, said: “Abu Dhabi Early Childhood Week 2025 is a leading strategic platform that enables us to enhance the quality of programs and practices dedicated to children and families. As the Visionary Partner, we reaffirm our commitment to supporting families and children by collaborating with our partners to deliver specialized workshops for parents that empower them with positive and practical parenting approaches, alongside interactive workshops for children inspired by Emirati identity and national values. This participation reflects the Academy’s pivotal role in preparing national talent and developing programs that contribute to building a supportive educational environment for families and children, in line with our wise leadership’s vision of investing in childhood from its earliest years.”
Leya Aldamani, Group Chief Sustainability Officer at PureHealth, said: “Every child embodies the future of our community. By building environments that unlock potential and creating pathways that empower growth, we lay the foundations for generations to thrive. PureHealth is honoured to work alongside the Abu Dhabi Early Childhood Authority and our partners in this vital endeavour. Together we are establishing Abu Dhabi as a global benchmark for placing the well-being and promise of every child at the heart of its vision.”
During the 2025 edition of Abu Dhabi Early Childhood Week, parents and young children can enjoy209 community activations, of which more than 170are open to the public. These activations includeinteractive workshops, play-based learning experiences, cultural showcases, sports and wellness activities. Mostactivities will be free and open to the public, with a selected few are ticketed or by invitation only. The full calendar of activities is available on the Abu Dhabi Early Childhood website atADECWeek.ae
A snapshot of just some of the community activations:
| AbuDhabiRegion | |
| Partner | Activations |
| ADNOC | · Up to 60% Early Childhood Week Savings at ADNOC Oasis &Mazaya |
| NACD | · Positive Parenting Workshops through the “Olfah” Program
· Interactive Workshops for Children inspired by its Summer Program “Generation-71” |
| PureHealth | · Wellness in Focus: Raising awareness on health and everyday wellbeing
· Ready for the Future: Bringing the community together to nurture children · Launch of Majlisna outdoor space at SKMC fostering active play |
| Department of Municipalities and Transport | · Play Across the City: Workshops, talks & activities in parks and public spaces |
| Department of Culture and Tourism
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· Little Minds, Big Stories workshops at Abu Dhabi Children’s Library
· Abu Dhabi Hotels Early Childhood Week Savings · School Tours at Qasr Al Hosn |
| Abu Dhabi Public Health Center | · Public health-related Hub of activities at Galleria Mall |
| M42 – Amana Healthcare
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· Parent Power Sessions
· Joyful Journeys Kids Day at Amana Health Village |
| Department of Community Development
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· The Story We Grow Interactive installations part of DCD’s Numou Program |
| Abu Dhabi Sports Council
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· World Early Childhood Development (WED) Fun Run |
| Bidaya Media
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· Mansour Festival Early Childhood Week Savings |
| Miral | · Miral Movie Night by CLYMB™ Yas Island, Abu Dhabi
· Knots of Creativity workshop by CLYMB™ Yas Island, Abu Dhabi |
| National Library & Archives
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· Treasures of the Future family workshops with National Library and Archives. Location: Sheikh Zayed Heritage Festival |
| Modon | · Free Football Academy Sessions for U6 to U8 at 321 Sports
· Sneek Peek Behind the Wave · Feel Good Surfing · Joy of Riding Waves · My First Wave |
| UAE Children’s Digital Wellbeing Pact (E&)
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· Cybersecurity awareness workshops for school students & institutes |
| Al Ain Region | |
| ADNOC | · Al Ain Marathon |
| PureHealth | · Parent & Child Wellbeing Workshops: Build stronger bonds and healthier habits |
| Department of Municipalities and Transport | · Litte Ones in Action at Al Wagan Centre for Care and Rehabilitation |
| Al Ain FC
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· Al Ain FC Family Football Fiesta
· Al Ain FC Champions of Childhood |
| Modon | · Al Ain Adventure Early Childhood Week Savings. 20% off tickets, free Adventure and Splash Passes, and a special ticket giveaway on World Children’s Day |
| Al Dhafra Region | |
| ADNOC | · Family Engagement Day in Liwa
· Furjan Al Dhafra Football Tournaments · Al Dhannah Children’s Open Day |
| PureHealth | · Healthy Minds, Happy Futures: A fun, hands-on program for children exploring health through play |
| Department of Municipalities and Transport
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· Community Connections |
| Abu Dhabi Marine Sports Club
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· Nokhatha: Families that Learn TogetherTraining Sessions |
| Shams Power
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· Small Hands, Big Impact
· Shams Run for Fun |
This year, ECA is collaborating with a diverse group of partners, including the Department of Municipalities and Transport (DMT), the Department of Culture and Tourism (DCT), Abu Dhabi Maritime and Sports Council (ADMSC), Abu Dhabi Public Health Center (ADPHC), M42, the Department of Community Development (DCD), Abu Dhabi Sports Council (ADSC), Shams Power, Al Ain Football Club, Bidaya Media, Miral, the National Library and Archives, Modon, and others.
