A WEEK OF EVENTS AND EXPERIENCES THAT HELP FAMILIES CONNECT, PLAY AND GROW TOGETHERTHAT HELP FAMILIES CONNECT, PLAY AND GROW TOGETHER
A WEEK OF IDEAS, PEOPLE AND EXPERIENCES SHAPING BRIGHTER BEGINNINGS FOR EVERY CHILD IN THE UAE AND BEYOND.
OUR STORY
A STRONGER START FOR BRIGHTER TOMMOROWS
Early Childhood Week brings families, educators and communities across the UAE together with one shared goal: giving every child the best possible start in life.
Through play, discovery and meaningful experiences, the Week inspires families to connect, create lasting memories and celebrate the moments that shape a child's future.
PART OF A GREATER MOVEMENT
WED, MOFAM & ECA: STRONGER TOGETHER
Early Childhood Week is led by the Ministry of Family, in collaboration with the Abu Dhabi Early Childhood Authority, and is part of the World Early Childhood Development Movement, combining global perspectives with meaningful local impact.
OUR JOURNEY
GROWING OUR IMPACT
FROM OUR BEGINNINGS TO TODAY, EARLY CHILDHOOD WEEK HAS GROWN INTO A NATIONAL PLATFORM THAT BRINGS PEOPLE TOGETHER TO CELEBRATE, LEARN AND TAKE ACTION FOR EARLY CHILDHOOD.
2024
BUILDING THE FOUNDATION
Early Childhood Week brought families, partners and communities together around the early years.
2025
GROWING OUR IMPACT
More than 65,000 people participated in 300+ activations delivered by 70+ partners across Abu Dhabi, Al Ain and Al Dhafra.
2026
EXPANDING ACROSS THE UAE
For the first time, Early Childhood Week expands nationwide, bringing families and communities together across the UAE.
Voices From Our Community
What Families Say
Early Childhood Week brings together everyone who cares about children. It’s inspiring to see so many ideas and actions in one place.