ECAE hosts 11th edition of annual Autism Day Forum

In line with the UAE's leadership vision to promote inclusivity in education and as part of the Year of Community 2025, the Emirates College for Advanced Education (ECAE) hosted the 11th edition of its annual Autism Day Forum on April 24.

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Held during Autism Awareness Month, the forum brought together educators, families, and advocates for educational and social inclusion with an aim to raise awareness of autism spectrum disorders and promote inclusive practices that strengthen family and community ties, encourage cooperation, and support integration within the education system.

Since its launch in 2014, the annual forum has been an integral part of ECAE's ongoing efforts to involve the UAE community in building a more supportive and inclusive educational environment.

The 2025 edition featured in-depth discussions on inclusion, community engagement, and collaboration.

It opened with a speech by a student with autism from Special Olympics UAE, followed by a keynote address from Dr May Laith Al Taee, Vice Chancellor of ECAE.