New villa opens in Dubai for children deprived of parents’ care

New villa opens in Dubai for children deprived of parents’ care

Dubai: The Dubai Foundation for Women and Children (DFWAC) has inaugurated a new multi-use childcare villa dedicated to supporting the development and enhancing the physical and psychological well-being of children deprived of parental care. The new facility was launched as part of the Foundation’s ongoing efforts to provide a safe and secure environment for children who have been deprived of the protection and guidance of their caregivers. The new building is designed to ensure that vulnerable children have full access to the care, support and resources required in nurturing their growth and development. The villa, which has a capacity of accommodating up to 14 children, provides residence and care for boys aged three to 11 and girls up to 13 years of age. The facility also offers a comprehensive range of services, including residential, psychological, social, legal, health and educational support. Additionally, the villa also hosts various activities, entertainment programmes, and initiatives to empower children. Abdullah Al Basti, Secretary-General of The Executive Council of Dubai, and Ahmed Darwish Al Muhairi, Chairman of the Board of the Dubai Foundation for Women and Children, attended the opening of the new building. Also in attendance were Ahmad Abdulkarim Julfar, Director-General of the Community