Sanad Village partners with Ataa Hamdan Volunteer Team to support people of determination

Sanad Village, the largest autism rehabilitation center in the region, is teaming up with the Ataa Hamdan Volunteer Team to enhance community engagement for People of Determination. The partnership was announced during Expo Accessibility 2024.

According to a press release issued on Wednesday, the collaboration aims to foster inclusivity and provide volunteering opportunities across all sectors of society. The two organizations signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), under which Ataa Hamdan Volunteer Team will actively recruit volunteers to support various events and initiatives at Sanad Village.

In return, volunteers will receive specialized workshops designed to educate them on how to effectively interact with children with autism.

Sanad Village is located within Sustainable City in Dubai and is dedicated to understanding and treating autism and related disorders. The center regularly engages residents through volunteering initiatives and community events. Students from the facility also benefit from vocational training and internships within Sustainable City, which emphasizes inclusivity and social sustainability, according to the press release.

The Ataa Hamdan Volunteer Team, licensed by the Community Development Authority, is focused on encouraging youth participation in volunteer activities across the UAE, aiming to empower communities and promote social responsibility.