Founded in November 2001 with the issuance of a decree from H.H. Sheikh Maktoum Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the Dubai Autism Center (DAC) is a non-profit organization based in Dubai (UAE) dedicated to improving the quality of life for children with autism and their families. Maintaining international standards, the Center provides intervention programs using a holistic approach for children with autism. The Center also provides information, support, advice and training to professionals and parents of children with autism working towards facilitating a better understanding of autism in the UAE community. With the provision of Specialist Services, outreach programs and promoting awareness DAC is able to focus its attention and efforts on a clear vision – to be a center of excellence for those we serve.