Khalifa Bin Tahnoon Participates In The Second Social Care Forum In Abu Dhabi
Sheikh Khalifa bin Tahnoon bin Mohammed Al Nahyan, Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Crown Prince Court, attended the opening of the second Social Care Forum. Organised by the Department of Community Development with Deloitte Middle East, it focused on "Future Ready Social Care: People, Practice, and Policy." This event gathered global ministers, experts, and thought leaders to position Abu Dhabi as a leader in social care dialogue and innovation.
The forum's first day featured a high-level discussion between Dr. Mugheer Khamis Al Khaili, Chairman of the Department of Community Development, and Masagos Zulkifli, Singapore's Minister for Social and Family Development. They explored future social sector strategies and global policy development approaches. Dr. Al Khaili stated that the forum is a strategic platform to discuss social care's future, build international partnerships, and enhance Abu Dhabi’s vision for an innovative social sector.
The forum underscored Abu Dhabi’s role as a hub for social innovation and policy development. It aims to advance efforts in creating inclusive and sustainable social care systems. The event reaffirmed its pioneering role in driving change and solidified Abu Dhabi’s position at the forefront of global discussions on social care's future.
The opening day concluded with workshops on artificial intelligence in social care, trauma-informed case management, and child and family wellbeing. These sessions provided practitioners with practical tools to improve their skills. The workshops highlighted Abu Dhabi’s commitment to enhancing quality of life through innovative practices in the social sector.
By bringing together ministers, experts, and academics worldwide, the forum reinforced its role as a platform for change. It emphasized building international partnerships to support an innovative and sustainable social sector in Abu Dhabi. This aligns with efforts to consolidate the emirate’s position as a global leader in social care.
The event showcased how strategic discussions can lead to enhanced policies that benefit communities globally. By focusing on people, practice, and policy, it aimed to create a comprehensive approach to future-ready social care systems.
The forum demonstrated Abu Dhabi’s commitment to being at the center of global dialogue on social care innovation. Through collaboration with international leaders and experts, it seeks to foster advancements that improve lives worldwide.
With inputs from WAM


