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Associated Press
28-05-2025
- General
- Associated Press
High Point Arts Council Renews Autism and Sensory Training, Maintains Designation as a Certified Autism Center™
'High Point Arts Council (HPAC) constantly seeks new ways to expand our arts programs and educational offerings. HPAC celebrates entering its third year as a Certified Autism Center™!'— Beverly Lewis, HPAC director of operations and programs HIGH POINT, NC, UNITED STATES, May 28, 2025 / / -- High Point Arts Council (HPAC) renews its Certified Autism Center™ (CAC) credential, awarded by the International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES). Renewing the designation included staff undergoing updated autism and sensory training to help them understand how to best welcome and support visitors. 'High Point Arts Council (HPAC) constantly seeks new ways to expand our arts programs and educational offerings. HPAC celebrates entering its third year as a Certified Autism Center™! This is exciting news!' says High Point Arts Council director of operations and programs, Beverly Lewis. 'Sensory-friendly programs are designed for individuals with autism and other sensory sensitivities, like ADHD and Alzheimer's. Our team is trained through IBCCES and is eager to continue providing sensory-friendly programs. HPAC strives to keep art alive and accessible while enriching the lives of our community members. We are taking intentional steps to ensure the arts can be experienced with joy.' 'Renewing the CAC designation proves High Point Arts Council's dedication and ongoing efforts to create a space that is welcoming and inclusive to every individual,' says Myron Pincomb, IBCCES board chairman. 'We are proud to continue our partnership with the arts council, and look forward to seeing the continued impact this certification will have on both staff and visitors.' HPAC makes efforts to consider various guests' needs in the development and design of events, programs, and activities. They recently included their Page to Stage Children's theatre, which is a sensory program for literacy. In June, the Vinmark International Dance company will showcase a multicultural dance performance with sensory elements. HPAC's summer concert series makes consideration to provide guests with a designated calm area. HPAC's certification renewal continues to play a part in High Point's designation as a Certified Autism Destination™ (CAD). The CAD designation is given to communities with a multitude of trained and certified lodging, recreation and entertainment options that are accessible and accommodating to autistic and sensory-sensitive individuals and their families. To learn about all the certified options High Point has to offer, visit For more than two decades, IBCCES has been a leader in providing autism, sensory and neurodiversity training and certification for professionals worldwide, including those in healthcare, education, public safety, travel, and corporate sectors. As the only credentialing board offering these programs, IBCCES provides training from subject matter experts and autistic self-advocates, along with long-term support, continuous learning, onsite reviews, and renewal requirements to ensure continued growth and lasting impact. To further support inclusivity efforts, High Points Art Council is featured on the IBCCES Accessibility App, which is free to download. This app provides individuals with a variety of disabilities real-time guidance on certified destinations, sensory-friendly spaces, and tailored recommendations. By connecting users to accessible locations worldwide, the app helps ensure seamless, enjoyable experiences for everyone. IBCCES also provides access to resources such as and free online tools for families that list certified locations and professionals. Each organization listed on the site has met Certified Autism Center™ (CAC) requirements. ### About High Point Arts Council Since 1962, the Arts Council has served the arts needs of the community. Our mission is to uplift, unite, and provide an umbrella of support to the arts community. Our goal is threefold: 1. To uplift the creative community by advocating for the arts at a local, state, and national level. 2. To unite the residents of the greater High Point area by providing accessible and inclusive arts programming. 3. To provide an umbrella of support to the creative community through financial assistance, professional development opportunities, and encouraging artistic collaboration. About IBCCES Delivering the global standard for training and certification in the fields of autism, neurodiversity, and accessibility – IBCCES provides a series of certification programs that empower professionals to be leaders in their field and improve the outcomes for the individuals they serve. For over two decades, IBCCES has been a global leader, setting the industry standard in autism and cognitive differences training. IBCCES works in over 111 countries and provides training in 8 languages, and its programs have been recognized around the world as the leading benchmark in training and certification. In addition to individual certification programs, IBCCES partners with cities, destinations, and organizations on initiatives like the Certified Autism Destination™ (CAD) and Autism Certified City™ (ACC), ensuring autistic and sensory-sensitive residents and visitors feel welcomed and safe. Destinations that achieve the CAD designation have completed a specialized program that ensures a multitude of recreation, hospitality and entertainment organizations have completed an autism and sensory-sensitivity training, certification and IBCCES facilities review process. The ACC designation expands on that program and includes IBCCES training and certification for the public safety, education, healthcare and workplace sectors. IBCCES also created the Accessibility App, and – free resources for individuals with a variety of neurodiversities and disabilities, listing certified locations and connecting individuals to other resources and each other. Meredith Tekin IBCCES +1 904-508-0135 [email protected] Visit us on social media: LinkedIn Instagram Facebook X Legal Disclaimer: EIN Presswire provides this news content 'as is' without warranty of any kind. We do not accept any responsibility or liability for the accuracy, content, images, videos, licenses, completeness, legality, or reliability of the information contained in this article. If you have any complaints or copyright issues related to this article, kindly contact the author above.
Trade Arabia
20-05-2025
- Business
- Trade Arabia
Hilton Dubai Jumeirah, Dubai The Walk achieve CAC designation
Hilton Dubai Jumeirah and Hilton Dubai The Walk have been awarded the Certified Autism Center (CAC) designation by the International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES). This certification is part of a larger initiative by Dubai's Department of Economy and Tourism (DET) to position Dubai as a Certified Autism Destination (CAD). The two beachfront properties, located in Jumeirah Beach Residence, are part of a growing network of certified destinations that champion inclusive tourism. The CAC certification process involved specialised training for team members to understand autism and sensory sensitivities, as well as a thorough onsite review by IBCCES. Both hotels offer family-friendly and accessibility-focused amenities, including accessible guest accommodations, designated disability parking, accessible restrooms, and sensory-friendly areas. They are also listed on the IBCCES Accessibility App, a free tool that helps families and individuals find certified locations worldwide. 'Achieving Certified Autism Centre status reinforces our vision to create a welcoming environment where every guest, regardless of their sensory needs, feels respected and cared for,' said Jean-Sébastien Kling, Cluster General Manager of Hilton Dubai Jumeirah and Hilton Dubai The Walk. 'We are honoured to be among the first Hilton properties in the region to receive this certification,' added Gisele Clark, Hotel Manager of Hilton Dubai The Walk. 'It's a proud moment for our teams to help set the standard for inclusive travel experiences in Dubai and beyond. We are committed to leading the way in inclusive hospitality within the Hilton portfolio.' 'By earning this designation, Hilton Dubai Jumeirah and Hilton Dubai The Walk continue to lead the way in inclusive hospitality,' said Myron Pincomb, board chairman of IBCCES. 'We are honored to support their efforts and work with visionary partners like Hilton and DET to expand access for all travelLers.'
Zawya
13-05-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Yas Theme Parks achieve IBCCES Certified Autism Center designation
Abu Dhabi, UAE – The International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES) proudly announces that Yas Island's theme parks and attractions, operated by Miral Experiences, a subsidiary of Miral, have been awarded the prestigious Certified Autism Center™️ (CAC) designation. The attractions receiving this accreditation include Ferrari World Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, Yas Waterworld Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, Warner Bros. World™ Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, SeaWorld® Yas Island, Abu Dhabi and CLYMB™ Yas Island, Abu Dhabi. This certification underscores Miral Experiences' commitment to enhancing accessibility and inclusivity, ensuring a more welcoming experience for autistic and sensory-sensitive guests, as well as their families. To achieve the prestigious IBCCES accreditation, the theme parks demonstrated a significant commitment to serving guests with autism and their families. A key benchmark was the extensive training of guest-facing colleagues, with each park successfully ensuring that over 80% of staff and leadership received specialized IBCCES autism training throughout 2024. This involved the dedication of in-house trainers at each asset who meticulously coordinated and organized these comprehensive training programs. Furthermore, this commitment extends to new hires, guaranteeing that all future guest-facing employees would undergo the same essential training. Beyond staff preparedness, the parks underwent a thorough audit by IBCCES in late 2024 to evaluate the attractions' overall autism and sensory-friendliness and identify areas for enhancement. IBCCES provided valuable suggestions, such as the creation of sensory guides and implementation of clearer signage, improvements to the theme parks' webpages to provide relevant information, and the creation of quiet rooms. These recommendations aim to bolster communication about the parks' accessibility commitment and with continued implementation, the attractions ensure that guests with autistic family members can enjoy the facilities with greater ease and confidence with every visit. The Certified Autism Center™️ designation is granted to organizations that have completed specialized training and certification in autism and sensory awareness, equipping their teams with the skills necessary to understand and accommodate the unique needs of autistic visitors. Timothy Sau Kin NG, Senior Vice President of Operations at Miral Experiences said: 'At Miral Experiences, we are deeply committed to creating memorable and inclusive experiences for all our guests. Achieving the Certified Autism Center™️ designation across our theme parks and attractions represents our team's continuous dedication to understanding and accommodating the diverse needs of autistic and sensory-sensitive guests and signifies a pivotal step in our ongoing journey to enhance accessibility. This commitment reflects our core values of ensuring that everyone, regardless of their individual needs, can fully enjoy the world-class entertainment and experiences we have to offer.' 'IBCCES is honored to collaborate with Miral Experiences in bringing greater accessibility and inclusion to some of Abu Dhabi's most iconic attractions. By achieving the Certified Autism Center™️ designation, Miral Experiences is taking a meaningful step toward ensuring that autistic individuals and their families feel understood, supported, and welcomed when visiting these world-class theme parks and attractions. This milestone reflects a broader movement toward inclusive travel and entertainment experiences across the region,' says Myron Pincomb, IBCCES Board Chairman. To further enhance the visibility of their services and accessible offerings, the five certified Miral Experiences attractions are also listed on the IBCCES Accessibility App directory, which is free for users to download. Through the directory, users can view the attractions' locations, the accommodations they offer and their addresses, contact information and hours of operation. This app provides individuals with information and resources related to finding certified organizations and sensory-friendly spaces, as well as navigating public locations. By connecting users to locations worldwide, employment opportunities, and access to several other accessibility resources, the Accessibility App helps individuals with disabilities better navigate life and get the most out of daily activities. IBCCES has been a global leader in cognitive disorder training and certification for over 20 years, working with healthcare, education, and corporate professionals worldwide. As more families seek destinations that prioritize accessibility, IBCCES remains the only global credentialing board providing comprehensive training and certification led by subject-matter experts and autistic self-advocates. IBCCES also provides access to resources such as and free online tools for families that list certified locations and professionals. Each organization listed on the site has met Certified Autism Center™ (CAC) requirements. About Ferrari World Yas Island, Abu Dhabi: Ferrari World Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, the award-winning Ferrari-inspired theme park operated by Miral Experiences, opened its doors to fans in 2010. The theme park celebrates the spirit of the legendary marque and is home to numerous thrilling rides, family-friendly attractions, state-of-the-art simulators, live shows, as well as popular seasonal events and festivities that bring together extraordinary performances from around the globe. Ferrari World Yas Island, Abu Dhabi is home to the world's fastest roller coaster, Formula Rossa, as well as record-breaking roller coaster Flying Aces and the most immersive mega-coaster Mission Ferrari. Additionally, the Park has a state-of-the-art Family Zone, designed to entertain guests of all ages. The Family Zone features four miniature versions of the theme park's most iconic, record-breaking rides for the entire family to enjoy. In 2024, Ferrari World Yas Island, Abu Dhabi launched the World's First Ferrari-themed Esports Arena, a cutting-edge racing hub where guests of all ages can experience the thrill of racing a real Ferrari race car. Since its inception, Ferrari World Yas Island, Abu Dhabi has been recognized by several leading industry awards garnering over 65 regional and international accolades. Most recently, the park was named 'World's Leading Theme Park' for the fifth consecutive year by the World Travel Awards and Mission Ferrari won the title of 'Thrills' at the 2023 Blooloop Innovation Awards. In 2024, the park won 'Middle East's Leading Theme Park' at the World Travel Awards and a Silver Stevie Award for 'Achievement in product innovation' in the 2024 MENA Stevie Awards. For more information, please visit: About Yas Waterworld Yas Island, Abu Dhabi: Yas Waterworld Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, operated by Miral Experiences, is a one-of-a-kind waterpark that draws inspiration from the UAE's pearl diving heritage offering families fun-packed adventures, the warmest welcome, and the most engaging themed experience. Home to more than 45 exhilarating rides, slides and attractions, and a diversity of seasonal events and shows, guests of Yas Waterworld, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi can enjoy the chance to create new memories with every visit. Since opening its doors in 2013, Yas Waterworld, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi took home over 60 accolades from prestigious industry entities. In 2023, Yas Waterworld, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi received the Gold Award for Innovation in Entertainment Events by MENA Stevie Awards and was named Best of the Best Things to Do in 2023 by TripAdvisor. Most recently it received the second consecutive title of 'Middle East's Leading Water Park' at the World Travel Awards 2023 and 2024 respectively. Additionally, Yas Waterworld Abu Dhabi was named 'Best Water Park' at the International Travel Awards. Considered the pearl of Yas Island, the UAE's premium leisure and entertainment destination, Yas Waterworld, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi combines fun aquatic adventures with local personality to provide guests with an experience unlike anything else. For more information, please visit: About Warner Bros. World™ Yas Island, Abu Dhabi: Warner Bros. World™ Yas Island Abu Dhabi is an incredibly immersive indoor theme park and the largest in the region which promises unforgettable experiences for the whole family operated by Miral Experiences. Across six lands, the Park brings to life fan-favorite DC Super Heroes like Batman, Superman and Wonder Woman, alongside beloved Animation characters like Bugs Bunny, Tom and Jerry and The Flintstones. There's no shortage of fun-filled adventures to be had at Warner Bros. World, with 29 state-of-the-art exhilarating rides, interactive family-friendly attractions and unique live entertainment shows for guests to enjoy. Located steps away from the award-winning Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi Theme Park, the world's first Warner Bros. themed hotel, The WB™ Abu Dhabi opened its doors in November 2021. Since its opening in 2018, Warner Bros. World™ Yas Island, Abu Dhabi has won over 40 prestigious industry awards. In 2021, the park was named Best Theme Park in the Middle East by the International Travel Awards and the Middle East's Leading Tourist Attraction by the World Travel Awards among others. In 2022, the park was granted the MENA Stevie Awards, What's On Awards, International Travel Awards, Stevie Awards, World Travel Awards, THEA TEA Awards and Arabian Best of Best Awards among others. Most recently it won the Gold Award for Innovation in the Use of Viral Media in 2023 at the MENA Stevie Awards, along with the Best Family Theme Park (Region / Continent Level) at the International Business Awards. In 2023 the theme park also held the title of Best Day Out at the MENALAC Awards and most recently received the title 'Best use of limited budget' in a campaign at the 2023 MEPRA Awards. Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi was developed by Miral, Abu Dhabi's leading curator of magnetic experiences and Warner Bros. Discovery Global Themed Entertainment, a worldwide leader in the creation, development and licensing of location-based entertainment, live events, exhibits and theme park experiences based on Warner Bros. Discovery's iconic characters, stories, and brands. The Park is managed and operated by Miral Experiences, the leading operator of world-class theme parks, entertainment experiences and cultural attractions. JUSTICE LEAGUE and all related characters and elements © & ™ DC Comics., THE FLINTSTONES and all related characters and elements © & ™ Hanna-Barbera., THE JETSONS and all related characters and elements © & ™ Hanna-Barbera., SCOOBY-DOO and all related characters and elements © & ™ Hanna-Barbera., TOM AND JERRY and all related characters and elements © & ™ Turner Entertainment Co., LOONEY TUNES and all related characters and elements © & ™ Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc., WARNER BROS. WORLD, WB SHIELD © & ™ WBEI. (s23) For more information, please visit: About SeaWorld® Yas Island, Abu Dhabi SeaWorld® Yas Island, Abu Dhabi operated by Miral Experiences is the World's Largest Indoor Marine Life Theme Park which tells a captivating 'One Ocean' story that uncovers the interconnectivity between life on earth and our ocean, inspiring a deep commitment to conserving our planet. SeaWorld Abu Dhabi delivers fun, engaging, and immersive family-friendly experiences through eight uniquely themed realms, featuring up-close animal encounters, exciting rides, inspiring entertainment, as well as unmatched dining and shopping experiences. SeaWorld Abu Dhabi is committed to providing the highest standard of animal welfare based on best practices and standards set by internationally recognized animal welfare organizations. SeaWorld Abu Dhabi is the region's first facility to be certified by Global Humane, the world's largest certifier of animal welfare and is the region's third facility to earn the esteemed Association of Zoos & Aquariums (AZA) accreditation. Representing the next generation of zoological care, the animal habitats at SeaWorld Abu Dhabi have been custom designed using state-of-the art technology and a welfare-focused approach. Every day, the SeaWorld Abu Dhabi team of highly experienced and passionate veterinarians, scientists, animal care specialists, and educators devote their lives to caring for animals while also inspiring the next generation to protect and advocate for the ocean. SeaWorld Abu Dhabi is also home to the Yas SeaWorld Research & Rescue Center Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, the largest dedicated marine research, rescue, rehabilitation and return Center in the region serving as an advanced marine science knowledge hub and a key contributor to marine life conservation. Building on the SeaWorld legacy of being one of the largest marine animal rescue organizations in the world, the Center aims to bring SeaWorld's over 60 years of experience and knowledge in animal care, rescue, rehabilitation and conservation to the UAE and wider region. SeaWorld Abu Dhabi aims to inspire the next generation of marine life advocates as it champions the 'Admission with a Mission' initiative, where every ticket purchased to the park supports the ongoing conservation efforts of the Yas SeaWorld Research & Rescue Center. SeaWorld Abu Dhabi was developed by Miral, Abu Dhabi's leading creator of magnetic experiences in partnership with United Parks & Resorts and is the first new SeaWorld Park in 30 years and the first outside the US. Now operational, this first-of-its-kind indoor Marine Life Theme Park is managed and operated by Miral Experiences, a subsidiary of Miral and a leading operator of world-class theme parks, entertainment experiences and cultural attractions. For more information, please visit: About CLYMB™ Yas Island, Abu Dhabi: CLYMB™ Yas Island, Abu Dhabi Dhabi, developed by Miral and operated by Miral Experiences, is a unique indoor adventure hub. Home to the Guinness World Record World's Biggest Indoor Skydiving Flight Chamber at 10 meters (32 feet) wide and 32 meters (104 feet) high in 2020. CLYMB™ Yas Island, Abu Dhabi also houses five climbing walls including The SUMMYT™, the region's tallest indoor climbing wall at 42 meters (138 feet). In the same year, the indoor adventure hub also received the award for Best New Adventure/Sports Attraction by the Global Brand Awards. CLYMB™ Yas Island, Abu Dhabi also won the Middle East's Leading Adventure Tourist Attraction by the World Travel Awards along with the Best Family Entertainment Center at the Park World Excellence Awards and Best Indoor Adventure Park by 'Arabian Best of the Best Awards'. As Abu Dhabi's first custom-built climbing center, CLYMB™ Yas Island, Abu Dhabi is a unique attraction for residents and tourists alike to experience. The facilities are family-friendly with expert instructors and extensive safety equipment on hand. CLYMB™ Yas Island, Abu Dhabi offers varying levels of difficulty in both skydiving and climbing for guests of all competency levels to reach new heights. A fully indoor facility within a geometrically designed building, CLYMB™ Yas Island, Abu Dhabi includes a retail outlet, private event space, and two dining options. The attraction is located in the center of Yas Island near Ferrari World Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, Yas Waterworld Yas Island, Abu Dhabi and Warner Bros. World™ Abu Dhabi. For more information, please visit: About IBCCES Delivering the global standard for training and certification in the fields of autism, neurodiversity, and accessibility – IBCCES provides a series of certification programs that empower professionals to be leaders in their field and improve the outcomes for the individuals they serve. For over two decades, IBCCES has been a global leader, setting the industry standard in autism and cognitive differences training. IBCCES works in over 111 countries and provides training in 8 languages, and its programs have been recognized around the world as the leading benchmark in training and certification. In addition to individual certification programs, IBCCES partners with cities, destinations, and organizations on initiatives like the Certified Autism Destination™ (CAD) and Autism Certified City™ (ACC), ensuring autistic and sensory-sensitive residents and visitors feel welcomed and safe. Destinations that achieve the CAD designation have completed a specialized program that ensures a multitude of recreation, hospitality and entertainment organizations have completed an autism and sensory-sensitivity training, certification and IBCCES facilities review process. The ACC designation expands on that program and includes IBCCES training and certification for the public safety, education, healthcare and workplace sectors. IBCCES also created the Accessibility App, and – free resources for individuals with a variety of neurodiversities and disabilities, listing certified locations and connecting individuals to other resources and each other.
Al Etihad
13-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Al Etihad
Yas theme parks and attractions awarded Certified Autism Center designation
13 May 2025 14:25 ABU DHABI (ALETIHAD)The International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES) has announced that Yas Island's theme parks and attractions, operated by Miral Experiences, a subsidiary of Miral, have been awarded the prestigious Certified Autism Center (CAC) designation. The attractions receiving this accreditation include Ferrari World Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, Yas Waterworld Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, Warner Bros. World™ Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, SeaWorld® Yas Island, Abu Dhabi and CLYMB™ Yas Island, Abu Dhabi. This certification underscores Miral Experiences' commitment to enhancing accessibility and inclusivity, ensuring a more welcoming experience for autistic and sensory-sensitive guests, as well as their achieve the prestigious IBCCES accreditation, the theme parks demonstrated a significant commitment to serving guests with autism and their families. A key benchmark was the extensive training of guest-facing colleagues, with each park successfully ensuring that over 80 per cent of staff and leadership received specialised IBCCES autism training throughout 2024. This involved the dedication of in-house trainers at each asset who meticulously coordinated and organised these comprehensive training programs. Furthermore, this commitment extended to new hires, guaranteeing that all future guest-facing employees would undergo the same essential staff preparedness, the parks underwent a thorough audit by IBCCES in late 2024 to evaluate the attractions' overall autism-friendliness and identify areas for enhancement. IBCCES provided valuable suggestions, such as the implementation of clearer signage, improvements to the theme parks' webpages to provide relevant information, and the creation of quiet rooms. These recommendations aimed to bolster communication about the park's autism commitment, and with continued implementation, the attractions ensure that guests with autistic family members can enjoy the facilities with greater ease and confidence with every Certified Autism Center designation is granted to organisations that have completed specialised training and certification in autism and sensory awareness, equipping their teams with the skills necessary to understand and accommodate the unique needs of autistic Sau Kin Ng, Senior Vice President of Operations of Miral Experiences, said: 'At Miral Experiences, we are deeply committed to creating memorable and inclusive experiences for all our guests. Achieving the Certified Autism Center designation across our theme parks and attractions represents our team's continuous dedication to understanding and accommodating the diverse needs of autistic and sensory-sensitive guests and signifies a pivotal step in our ongoing journey to enhance accessibility. This commitment reflects our core values of ensuring that everyone, regardless of their individual needs, can fully enjoy the world-class entertainment and experiences we have to offer.'Myron Pincomb, IBCCES Board Chairman, said: 'IBCCES is honoured to collaborate with Miral Experiences in bringing greater accessibility and inclusion to some of Abu Dhabi's most iconic attractions. By achieving the Certified Autism Center™️ designation, Miral Experiences is taking a meaningful step toward ensuring that autistic individuals and their families feel understood, supported, and welcomed when visiting these world-class theme parks and attractions. This milestone reflects a broader movement toward inclusive travel and entertainment experiences across the region.'To further enhance the visibility of their services and accessible offerings, the five certified Miral Experiences attractions are also listed on the IBCCES Accessibility App directory, which is free for users to download. Through the directory, users can view the attractions' locations, the accommodations they offer and their addresses, contact information and hours of operation. This app provides individuals with information and resources related to finding certified organisations and sensory-friendly spaces, as well as navigating public locations. By connecting users to locations worldwide, employment opportunities, and access to several other accessibility resources, the Accessibility App helps individuals with disabilities better navigate life and get the most out of daily has been a global leader in cognitive disorder training and certification for over 20 years, working with healthcare, education, and corporate professionals worldwide. As more families seek destinations that prioritise accessibility, IBCCES remains the only global credentialing board providing comprehensive training and certification led by subject-matter experts and autistic also provides access to resources such as and free online tools for families that list certified locations and professionals. Each organisation listed on the site has met the Certified Autism Center (CAC) requirements. Source: Aletihad - Abu Dhabi
Web Release
06-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Web Release
Rixos The Palm Dubai Teams Up with IBCCES and Dream League for a Special Rixy Kids Carnival
By Editor_wr On May 6, 2025 Having recently received the Certified Autism Center™ (CAC) designation, Rixos The Palm Dubai Hotel & Suites continues its mission to make hospitality more inclusive with a specially curated Rixy Kids Carnival. Taking place on May 6th, the event will welcome 41 registered participants, including guests from IBCCES, Global Village, Dubai College of Tourism, Expo City, and other organisations that share the same vision for inclusion and neurodiversity. With the help of Dream League, Rixy Kids Carnival will introduce tailored games and engaging activities to ensure all children feel included and celebrated in a thoughtfully designed environment that supports diverse sensory needs. As part of this exciting event, Rixos The Palm Dubai Hotel & Suites will once again collaborate with IBCCES (the International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards), this time to welcome children from its programme to enjoy a one-of-a-kind play experience. For over two decades, the organisation has trained professionals across education, healthcare, corporate, and hospitality sectors to better support individuals with cognitive differences. Their evidence-based programmes are developed in collaboration with experts, industry leaders, and neurodivergent individuals to ensure meaningful impact. Dream League will also lend its expertise to make this edition of Rixy Kids Carnival even more inclusive, bringing its uplifting approach to adaptive play. Guided by trained coaches who understand the needs of neurodiverse children, the day will feature tailored games, such as adaptive volleyball, designed to build confidence, encourage social interaction, and support physical development in a fun, supportive setting. Located in a calm beachfront setting, Rixy Kids Carnival will also have all its regular offerings to explore alongside Dream League's activities. Little ones can play to their hearts' content in a magical wonderland of inflatable obstacle courses, slides, and bouncing castles, making new friends as they go. Families can also enjoy a variety of tasty options to stay energised throughout the day, from classic favourites like burgers and popcorn to lighter, sensory-friendly choices such as fresh fruit, plain snacks, and refreshing drinks. 'At Rixos The Palm Dubai Hotel & Suites, being family-friendly goes beyond amenities – it means creating a space where every child feels seen, supported, and free to be themselves,' said Murat Zorlu, General Manager of Rixos The Palm Dubai Hotel & Suites. 'With the incredible support of IBCCES and Dream League, we're proud to continue evolving our experiences to be more inclusive for children with autism and other neurodivergencies. We can't wait to welcome these amazing kids and their loved ones for a day full of joy, connection, and shared celebration.' With impactful community events like the upcoming Rixy Kids Carnival, Rixos The Palm Dubai Hotel & Suites continues to set new standards for inclusive hospitality in the region. By creating engaging, accessible experiences in collaboration with like-minded partners, the resort is not only redefining what it means to be family-friendly but also showing how hospitality can bring people together, create meaningful connections, and celebrate every child for exactly who they are. Comments are closed.
