Address Beach Resort and IBCCES Celebrated Inclusion During International Day of Persons with Disabilities this December

Dubai, UAE (16 December 2024): Earlier this month, Address Beach Resort collaborated with the International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES) to honour the International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPD). Recognised annually on 3 December by the United Nations, this day highlights the rights, wellbeing, and leadership of persons with disabilities. To mark this occasion, the resort recently hosted a special event on Sunday, 8 December, featuring a hotel tour and a festive gingerbread house-making activity for families from Dubai’s POD (People of Determination) community.

In partnership with IBCCES, the event brought together POD families to kick-start the festive season with an inspiring day of fun and inclusivity. Guests enjoyed a hotel tour to explore the resort’s world-class amenities and accessibility features, followed by a hands-on gingerbread house-making activity, which was a fun experience for the children and their families.

Address Beach Resort’s commitment to accessibility and inclusivity is exemplified by its status as a Certified Autism Center™, a designation achieved in 2023 as part of EMAAR Hospitality Group’s dedication to creating inclusive environments. This certification underscores the group’s ongoing efforts to welcome and accommodate autistic and sensory-sensitive individuals and their families. Through this collaboration, Address Beach Resort showcased its dedication to inclusive and accessible hospitality.

By partnering with IBCCES—a global leader in cognitive disorder training and certification—the resort underscores the importance of fostering environments where everyone feels welcome and supported. With over two decades of experience, IBCCES has set the global standard for training and certification in sectors such as education, healthcare, corporate environments, and travel, empowering professionals and organisations to better serve autistic people and individuals with neurodivergent identities.

The 2024 IDPD theme, “Amplifying the leadership of persons with disabilities for an inclusive and sustainable future,” champions the mantra “Nothing About Us Without Us” and emphasises the vital role persons with disabilities play in shaping inclusive communities.

By hosting this event, Address Beach Resort has once again aligned with this vision, providing a platform that not only celebrates inclusion but also nurtures leadership and creativity among people of determination.

About IBCCES

Delivering the global standard for training and certification in the field of cognitive disorders – IBCCES provides a series of certifications that empower professionals to be leaders in their field and improve the outcomes for the individuals they serve. These programs are recognized around the world as the leading benchmark for training and certification in the areas of autism and other cognitive disorders.

About Address Beach Resort  

Address Beach Resort is the first beach resort of the Address Hotels + Resorts collection, under Emaar Hospitality Group. Situated in Jumeirah Beach Residences (JBR) and overlooking the Arabian Gulf, the iconic property features two 77-storey towers, comprising 217 hotel guest rooms and suites, superb dining outlets, unparalleled leisure and entertainment facilities, 443 serviced apartments and 478 residential apartments. Guests can enjoy exclusive access to the "Highest outdoor infinity pool in a building in the world" verified by Guinness World Records™ on 31st March 2021 boasting stunning views of Dubai’s glittering skyline. The property also features a private beach, multiple pools, avant-garde event spaces and state-of-the-art gym and the award-winning The Spa at Address.   

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About Al Ain Holding   

Al Ain Holding is the project developer and a diversified investment group that operates in various key growth sectors, including capital investments, real estate, hospitality and education. The company was founded in 1996 with the mandate of contributing to the social and economic development and prosperity of the communities in which it operates. Today, Al Ain Holding has grown into a group of leading companies headquartered in Abu Dhabi with a diversified local and international investment portfolio. For more information, please visit www.alainholding.ae   

About Address Hotels + Resorts   

Address Hotels + Resorts is the first brand launched by Emaar Hospitality Group with properties situated in some of the most sought-after locations. Address brings a fresh identity to the global hospitality and service sector by setting new benchmarks with its gracious hospitality and exceptional service. Recognized for its fusion of contemporary style with a touch of classic elegance, Address Hotels + Resorts enriches the lives of its guests with intuitive experiences. Staying true to its tagline ‘Where Life Happens’, Address offers its guests opportunities to celebrate life and its most cherished moments. It’s the ultimate Address.   

About Emaar Hospitality Group  

Emaar Hospitality Group LLC, the wholly owned subsidiary of Dubai-based global property developer Emaar Properties PJSC, manages the company’s growing roster of hospitality and leisure projects. Emaar hospitality owns and manages a diversified portfolio of hospitality assets such as hotels, serviced residents, golf resorts, Dubai Polo and Equestrian Club, recreation clubs, the Dubai Marina and associated yacht club.  Emaar Hospitality Group’s vision to be recognised as the premier global provider of personal, innovative and memorable lifestyle experiences.  For more information on Emaar, please visit www.emaar.com