Abu Dhabi’s DCD and Aldar have teamed up for Yas Community Park. The park, located on Yas Island, will offer an open and inclusive space for residents and visitors to meet, learn and enjoy everyday activities.
At the centre of the development is Nabdh Yas, a community hub that will serve as a gathering point for a diverse programme of community‑led initiatives. Families, youth and seniors will be able to connect, take part in learning sessions and volunteer in a welcoming environment.
New hub encourages community interaction
The hub introduces a new model of public‑private partnership, marking the first time private sector investment is being directed toward community infrastructure of this kind in Abu Dhabi. DCD will lead the development and long‑term management of the hub, reflecting the emirate’s focus on creating lasting social value.
Beyond the initial site, the agreement between Aldar and DCD sets a framework to expand the Nabdh Community Hub model across Aldar’s developments in Abu Dhabi, Al Ain and Al Dhafra. This approach aims to weave community centres into residential neighbourhoods throughout the emirate.
Public‑private partnership sets a precedent
The partnership was signed in the presence of His Excellency Shamis Ali Al Dhaheri, Chairman of DCD, and His Excellency Mohamed Khalifa Al Mubarak, Chairman of Aldar Properties, and formalised by His Excellency Eng. Hamad Ali Al Dhaheri, Undersecretary of DCD, and Talal Al Dhiyebi, Group Chief Executive Officer of Aldar.
The collaboration signals a shared commitment to building places that bring people together and enrich everyday life across Abu Dhabi.
Yas Community Park brings our vision of inclusive, accessible communities to life. It reflects Aldar’s belief that community begins with belonging, in places that are welcoming, inclusive, and shaped by the people who use them.
— Talal Al Dhiyebi, Group Chief Executive Officer, Aldar
This partnership marks an important step towards strengthening the presence of community centres within residential neighbourhoods and transforming them into vibrant spaces that foster interaction and connection among community members.
— Eng. Hamad Ali Al Dhaheri, Undersecretary, Department of Community Development
Through the Nabdh community centres, DCD aims to cultivate an integrated environment that offers opportunities for participation, learning and volunteering, while empowering different segments of society to contribute actively to community programmes.
Frequently asked questions
When will Yas Community Park open?
The park is set to open as a joint DCD‑Aldar project on Yas Island, but the exact opening date has not been disclosed in the announcement.
What is the Nabdh Yas community hub?
Nabdh Yas is the community hub at the heart of Yas Community Park, offering a venue for families, youth and seniors to engage in learning sessions, volunteer activities and other community‑led programmes.
Who are the partners behind Yas Community Park?
The park is a partnership between the Abu Dhabi Department of Community Development (DCD) and Aldar Properties, signed by senior officials including Shamis Ali Al Dhaheri, Mohamed Khalifa Al Mubarak, Hamad Ali Al Dhaheri and Talal Al Dhiyebi.
What programmes will be offered at the park?
The park will host a range of activities for all residents, including family‑friendly events, youth workshops, senior volunteering opportunities and other community‑led initiatives coordinated through the Nabdh Yas hub.
How does the public‑private partnership model work for this project?
Under the PPP model, Aldar provides private‑sector investment while DCD leads development and long‑term management of the hub, creating a framework to replicate the Nabdh community hub across other Aldar developments in Abu Dhabi, Al Ain and Al Dhafra.
