Zayed Authority for People of Determination has officially launched the operations of Naqra Lab at its Al Ain Care and Rehabilitation Centre, with the support of TAQA Transmission and in collaboration with Key2Enable, a company specializing in assistive technology. The official launch follows the successful completion of the lab’s pilot phase and aims to enhance early learning opportunities, promote inclusive education, develop the skills of students who are People of Determination, and empower them to communicate and learn with greater independence and confidence.
This milestone builds on the partnership between the three organizations, which began following a visit by the TAQA Transmission team to the lab in November 2025. During the visit, the team gained firsthand insight into the role of assistive technologies in supporting students and enhancing their communication and learning abilities, contributing to their skills development and expanding their educational opportunities. The visit marked the beginning of a collaboration aimed at translating corporate social responsibility into a sustainable and meaningful impact on the lives of People of Determination and their families.
Naqra Lab aims to provide an interactive and inclusive learning environment tailored to students’ individual needs and abilities. By integrating assistive technologies and innovative educational solutions, the lab supports the development of essential skills and students’ social and emotional growth, while strengthening their self-confidence and independence and expanding opportunities for their participation in education and society.
The initiative highlights the importance of leveraging assistive technologies and developing inclusive learning environments to empower People of Determination by providing educational opportunities that respond to their needs and support their ability to learn and develop. It also underscores the value of partnerships with private sector organizations and specialized entities in enhancing services and expanding access to innovative solutions, thereby fostering greater independence and active participation in society.
The initiative brings together Zayed Authority for People of Determination’s expertise in care, rehabilitation and empowerment, TAQA Transmission’s commitment to corporate social responsibility, and Key2Enable’s technological and educational solutions. This collaboration supports the enhancement of students’ learning experiences while strengthening the role of teachers and families throughout their educational journey.
As part of the initiative’s future expansion plans, two additional labs are planned, enabling more students to benefit from assistive technologies and inclusive learning environments. This expansion will extend the partnership’s impact in supporting early learning and skills development.
The project demonstrates the importance of partnerships between government institutions, the private sector and specialized organizations in harnessing innovation to serve People of Determination and provide more inclusive and sustainable educational opportunities. It also contributes to developing their abilities and potential while promoting their active participation in society.
