Awladouna Center earns Certified Autism Center designation

Awladouna Center for People of Determination in Sharjah has earned IBCCES’ Certified Autism Center designation, highlighting its autism and neurodiversity training across education and rehabilitation services. The recognition expands the center’s visibility on accessibility tools used by families seeking certified support in the UAE and beyond.

Why it matters: - The Certified Autism Center designation signals that Awladouna Center has completed staff training meant to improve support for autistic people and those with sensory sensitivities. - The recognition may help families in Sharjah and across the UAE identify a provider with autism-aware education and rehabilitation services. - The listing on IBCCES accessibility tools gives users a way to find certified locations and tailored recommendations.

What happened: - IBCCES announced that Awladouna Center for People of Determination earned the Certified Autism Center designation in Sharjah, United Arab Emirates. - The center completed autism and neurodiversity-specific training as part of the certification process. - Awladouna Center is now featured on the IBCCES Accessibility App, according to the release.

The details: - Awladouna Center serves children, adolescents and adults with developmental, intellectual, behavioral, learning, communication and sensory needs. - The training focuses on practical, evidence-based strategies for education, therapy, communication, behavior support, vocational training and family engagement. - The center says the shared training base is intended to create more consistent support across services and team members. - Awladouna’s model combines educational, psychological, therapeutic, vocational and family support services. - The center works with families, schools, government entities and community organizations to build individualized support plans. - Awladouna Center was established in 2002 and is based in Sharjah. - Its services include psychological assessment, counseling, behavior support, special education, speech and language therapy, occupational support, vocational training, life skills development and family guidance. - IBCCES said it has spent 25 years providing autism, sensory and neurodiversity training and certification. - IBCCES said it operates in more than 111 countries and offers training in eight languages. - IBCCES also directs users to AccessibilityCertified.com and AutismTravel.com, which list certified locations and professionals.

Between the lines: - The certification adds outside validation to Awladouna Center’s existing focus on inclusive education and rehabilitation. - The placement on IBCCES tools suggests the center wants to reach more families who actively search for accessible and autism-friendly services. - The announcement also reflects growing demand in the UAE for specialized support services for People of Determination.

What's next: - Awladouna Center said it will continue investing in staff development, inclusive environments and specialized support strategies. - The center is expected to keep expanding individualized support for autism and other developmental differences. - IBCCES will continue promoting certified organizations through its accessibility platforms and certification programs.

The bottom line: - Awladouna Center’s new certification formalizes its autism-support practices and could make it easier for families to find specialized services in Sharjah.