Updates from MSF, MOE, MOH on disability policies and funding
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Emirates' innovative travel rehearsal programme expands to Bali, offering children with autism the chance to practise air travel in a supportive environment, setting new standards for inclusive tourism in the UAE and Indonesia.
Training programmes in the US are teaching law enforcement to recognise autistic behaviours and adapt their responses. As autism diagnoses rise globally, these lessons offer valuable insights for UAE families and first responders.
Starting 1 June 2026, the UAE recognises 18-year-olds as legal adults under new federal law. This affects contracts, wills, guardianship and financial matters—important considerations for families with young people transitioning to adulthood.