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Social Welfare Application

It is a comprehensive and flexible national program aimed at providing financial support to low-income Emirati individuals and families, enhancing their quality of life, and empowering them with economic opportunities. This contributes to strengthening their resilience and ability to realize their full potential.

Non-Profit Organization Registration Application

Establishing Non-Profit Organizations in all their legal forms to acquire legal personality, enabling them to contribute by offering a range of initiatives and programs that create a sustainable positive social impact to serve individuals and the community.

Complaints Service

This service allows submitting feedback or complaints about previous applications for the Ministry's services, procedures, processes, and programs, with the aim of improving service quality and providing a better experience for customers.

Suggestions Service

This service allows submitting any suggestions within the scope of the Ministry's services and initiatives to improve the quality of life and develop a better experience for its customers.

Inquiry Service

This service allows inquiries about the Ministry's services, initiatives and events, or inquiring about the status of the application for previously provided services, or any other inquiries that customers may have.

Application for Participating in Mass Wedding

A social model rooted in the Emirati heritage for organizing mass weddings that are in line with the community’s authentic values and principles, reflecting solidarity and social cohesion to start a stable marital life and build strong and sustainable families.

Marriage Grant Application

A range of social services to build stable and cohesive families armed with knowledge and skills to build positive and sustainable marital relationships, in addition to a financial grant of seventy thousand dirhams, enabling couples to start a happy and stable life.

Application for Issuing a Replacement for a Lost or Damaged People of Determination Card

Issuance of a replacement for a lost or damaged 'People of Determination' disability card, to continue benefiting from related services and facilities across various authorities and sectors nationwide.

Issuance of People of Determination Card

This service allows the issuance of a personal card that proves the holder is a person with disabilities 'People of Determination,' enabling them to benefit from services and facilities across various authorities and sectors nationwide."

Applying for Inflation Allowance

Temporary monthly allowances are provided to families with a monthly income of less than 25,000 AED, with the allowance amount adjusted to align with the emerging economic and social conditions in the country, aiming to meet the living needs and combat the rising costs of fuel, food, electricity, and water.

Registration in disability care and rehabilitation centers for 'People of Determination' and early intervention centers and units

This service allows the registration of children with developmental delays, those at risk of disabilities, and individuals with disabilities "People of Determination" to join early intervention centers and units during early childhood. It also allows the registration of individuals with disabilities "People of Determination" in disability care and rehabilitation centers once they reach the age of 4, to receive a range of rehabilitative and educational services, in addition to support and guidance programs provided by a specialized team. This aims to empower them and their families to improve their skills, with the goal of integrating them into society and enhancing their quality of life.

Request to Issue a "To Whom It May Concern" Certificate Regarding Social Support

The Ministry issues a “To Whom It May Concern” letter upon request by individuals or entities, to verify whether the person in question is receiving social support from the Ministry. To access this service, it is required to create a personal profile through the official online platform.

Application for Publishing Advertisements of Family Counseling Centers

Granting approval to publish promotional advertisements for the services and programs offered by private family counseling centers; to ensure their compatibility with their goals, services, and programs.

Application for Licensing NGOs for People of Determination Care and Rehabilitation Services

Licensing non-government organizations to practice their activities and provide services to people with disabilities “People of Determination”. These services include: - Early Intervention Services: Educational, therapeutic, supportive and rehabilitative services for children from birth to (6) years of age with disabilities, developmental delays or at risk of disability. Economic Activity: Early educational and rehabilitative services - Integrated Service: An educational and therapeutic service with a system designated for persons with disabilities on a school attendance pattern for ages from (4) to (18) years. Economic Activity: Special Education Services - Vocational Rehabilitation Service: Specialized services in training, rehabilitation, employment and follow-up for ages from (16) to (35) years. Economic Activity: Vocational Rehabilitation Services - Life Skills Service: Training on specific skills commensurate with the nature and degree of disability. Economic activity: Daily life skills services for people of determination. - Individual Rehabilitation Therapy Sessions Service: Speech and language therapy, occupational therapy, special education, behavior modification programs, psychological evaluation, and family counseling. Economic Activity: Therapeutic services and psychological evaluation centers. - Psycho-educational Evaluation Service: A set of procedures and tests to evaluate intellectual and cognitive abilities to determine the appropriate educational needs. Economic Activity: Therapeutic services and psychological evaluation centers

License Renewal Application of Family Consulting Center

Updating and renewing the application to continue practicing and services of the Family Counseling Center legally and regularly.

Application for Licensing of Private Family Consulting Centers

Granting individuals and centers a license to engage in programs, activities and services to improve the quality of family life and ensure its stability and cohesion. These services include: - Family counseling - Psychological and educational counseling. - Therapeutic and training workshops and plans - Guidance and counseling - Matchmaking between those wishing to marry

Application for License Renewal of NGOs for People of Determination Care and Rehabilitation Services

Updating and renewing the application to continue practicing the activities and services of rehabilitation and care centers for people with disabilities “People of Determination” legally and regularly.

Social Welfare Application

It is a comprehensive and flexible national program aimed at providing financial support to low-income Emirati ...

Applying for Inflation Allowance

Temporary monthly allowances are provided to families with a monthly income of less than 25,000 AED, with the ...

Non-Profit Organization Registration Application

Establishing Non-Profit Organizations in all their legal forms to acquire legal personality, enabling them to ...

Registration in disability care and rehabilitation centers for 'People of Determination' and early intervention centers and units

This service allows the registration of children with developmental delays, those at risk of disabilities, and ...

Application for Publishing Advertisements of Family Counseling Centers

Granting approval to publish promotional advertisements for the services and programs offered by private family ...

Application for License Renewal of NGOs for People of Determination Care and Rehabilitation Services

Updating and renewing the application to continue practicing the activities and services of rehabilitation and care ...

Request to Issue a "To Whom It May Concern" Certificate Regarding Social Support

The Ministry issues a “To Whom It May Concern” letter upon request by individuals or entities, to verify whether the ...

Application for Licensing of Private Family Consulting Centers

Granting individuals and centers a license to engage in programs, activities and services to improve the quality of ...

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Social Welfare Program

It is a government support program aimed at enhancing the quality of life for Emirati individuals and families with low income. The program provides new allowances to eligible beneficiaries, which include a range of supplements disbursed according to terms and conditions defined based on the social status.

Social Welfare Allowance Calculator

is an online tool provided by the UAE government as part of the Social Support Program. It aims to enable citizens to estimate the financial assistance they may be eligible to receive. The calculator considers several factors such as the number of family members, marital status, monthly income, and number of dependents to provide an approximate estimate of the amount a person may qualify for. This calculator serves as an initial step to help individuals understand their potential eligibility, but it does not constitute a final decision. To receive support, a formal application must be submitted and reviewed according to the approved terms and conditions.

List of Licensed Associations

The Third Sector

The Third Sector

The Third Sector, also known as the nonprofit sector, is a fundamental pillar in fostering community development and creating lasting impact. This sector encompasses various public benefit organizations, including nonprofit associations, charitable institutions, unions, and social solidarity funds, all of which contribute to enhancing quality of life, supporting vulnerable groups, and driving social innovation. At the Ministry of Community Empowerment, we are committed to supporting and empowering the Third Sector through innovative initiatives and sustainable programs, recognizing its vital role in building a more prosperous and cohesive society.

List of Licensed Associations

This page includes a list of licensed associations operating across various social and humanitarian fields within the country, in accordance with the approved legal and regulatory framework. These associations contribute to promoting charitable and developmental work, providing social services, and supporting eligible groups, in alignment with the Sustainable Development Goals and the nation’s vision of fostering social solidarity.

Edaad Program

Edaad Program

Edaad Program

A moral support program that includes educational and awareness sessions under the "Idaad" Program, aimed at building stronger, more stable, and cohesive communities, while promoting comprehensive and sustainable development across various social, economic, and health aspects.

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About Us

We work for empowered people and a united, giving society.

At the Ministry of Community Empowerment, we believe that the human being is the essence of development, and that true empowerment begins by listening to people's needs and supporting them with dignity and respect.
We extend our hands through social support to ensure a dignified and secure life for those most in need. We open windows of hope through the third sector, which includes institutions and individuals making a real difference. And we sow the seeds of giving in every corner of our nation through volunteering, which unites hearts in the love of doing good—regardless of our nationalities, ages, thoughts, or dreams.
In every story of support, there is a human being.In every volunteer initiative, there is hope.In every public benefit organization, a future is being shaped.
We are the Ministry of Community Empowerment...a beating heart that pulses in the name of the UAE—by the people, and for the people.

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