SAKINA has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with SpeechCare Centre to advance research in digital wellbeing and strengthen collaboration between scientific research and clinical practice in Abu Dhabi.
The partnership will focus on developing research protocols and clinically guided frameworks for speech therapy and neurodevelopmental interventions.
SAKINA is the leading mental health network under SEHA, a subsidiary of PureHealth, the largest healthcare group in the Middle East.
Under the MoU, the two organizations will collaborate to design specialized research protocols focused on digital behaviors and related well-being considerations, while developing applied clinical frameworks for SAKINA’s Digital Wellbeing Centre in Abu Dhabi.
The frameworks will cover measurement tools, assessment approaches, referral pathways, and follow-up standards. The partnership also includes specialized training programs and certifications to support implementation, with culturally aligned adaptations designed to reflect the UAE community’s needs.
SAKINA and SpeechCare to develop clinical frameworks and training
Dr. Zain Ali Al Yafai, Chief Executive Officer of SAKINA, said that, “Digital wellbeing is one of the most significant challenges and opportunities in contemporary mental health. Through our collaboration with SpeechCare, we are developing research-led clinical frameworks that translate knowledge into practical care to support children and families in a healthier, more balanced digital environment.”
Farah Al Qaissieh, Chief Executive Officer of SpeechCare Abu Dhabi, noted that, “By aligning expertise across health, education, and community sectors, we aim to strengthen scientific research, build professional capacity, and help ensure every child has a genuine opportunity to succeed in their communication journey.”
According to the statement, the collaboration supports Abu Dhabi’s ambition to strengthen preventive, integrated care models by combining research, clinical application, and professional training.
Through this partnership, SAKINA and SpeechCare aim to contribute to evidence-based practice in digital wellbeing and expand specialized support that responds to evolving community needs.
