World Congress on Rehabilitation 2024 Begins in Abu Dhabi
The World Congress on Rehabilitation (WCR) 2024 will be held from September 23-25 at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC). This marks the first time the event is being held in the Middle East. The congress is under the patronage of Sheikh Khalid bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Chairman of Zayed Higher Organisation for People of Determination (ZHO), and will focus on the theme ‘Work and Employment.’
WCR 2024 aims to address global challenges faced by People of Determination, focusing on overcoming barriers that hinder their integration into the labor market and ensuring equality. The event coincides with the 20th anniversary of ZHO and is organized in partnership with RI Global and the International Social Security Association (ISSA), in cooperation with the Abu Dhabi Convention and Exhibition Bureau at the Department of Culture and Tourism and ADNEC.
The congress will feature more than 190 speakers, including 30 from the UAE, presenting 70 scientific studies across over 30 sessions. Over 500 participants from 70 countries, including leading experts, academics, and researchers in the rehabilitation and healthcare sector, are expected to attend.
Abdullah Al Humaidan, ZHO Secretary-General, highlighted the importance of hosting the congress, describing it as a platform to showcase the UAE’s success in empowering People of Determination as key contributors to national development. Al Humaidan also noted that critical topics will be addressed through contributions from global policymakers, with Germany sharing its advanced experience in empowering People of Determination.
A dedicated session will explore the challenges faced by women of determination in the workforce. The conference will also focus on inclusive workplaces, training, rehabilitation, and policy improvements. Special attention will be given to individuals with more complex disabilities, including mental health conditions. Additionally, ZHO will launch the ‘Emirati-Russian Psychology Dictionary,’ the first of its kind, in partnership with Ural Federal University in Russia.
Doubts Revealed
World Congress on Rehabilitation -: This is a big meeting where people from all over the world come together to talk about helping people who have disabilities or need special care.
Abu Dhabi -: Abu Dhabi is the capital city of the United Arab Emirates, a country in the Middle East.
Sheikh Khalid bin Zayed Al Nahyan -: He is a very important person in the United Arab Emirates, part of the ruling family, and he supports this event.
People of Determination -: This is a respectful way to talk about people who have disabilities or special needs.
Zayed Higher Organisation for People of Determination -: This is a group in the UAE that helps people with disabilities by providing support and services.
RI Global -: This stands for Rehabilitation International, a worldwide organization that helps improve the lives of people with disabilities.
ISSA -: This stands for International Social Security Association, a group that works to improve social security systems around the world.
inclusive workplaces -: These are places where everyone, including people with disabilities, can work together and feel welcome.
policy improvements -: These are changes in rules or laws to make things better for people, like making it easier for people with disabilities to get jobs.
