Under the Slogan: “Five Years: From Challenge to Empowerment”

Al Khobar – May 2025

Abdullatif Al Fozan Autism Center (AFAC) celebrated the graduation of its fourth cohort of students, marking a significant milestone as it also commemorates its fifth anniversary since its founding in 2020.

Speaking at the ceremony, Engineer Mustafa Al-Mahdi, CEO of AFAC, expressed his pride in the center’s accomplishments over the past five years. He announced that the center has successfully integrated 88 children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) into the general education system, enabling them to continue their educational journeys and develop essential life skills.

Al-Mahdi highlighted that AFAC currently has a capacity of 240 children, reflecting the scale and impact of the center’s commitment to delivering high-quality rehabilitative and educational services. He reaffirmed AFAC’s ongoing mission to empower children with autism by providing

an inclusive, integrated environment that supports both their development and the wellbeing of their families.

AFAC has earned regional and international recognition for its excellence. In 2025, it received official accreditation from the National Autistic Society (NAS) in the United Kingdom, joining a distinguished group of institutions that meet the highest global standards in autism care and education. This certification underscores the center’s dedication to quality and best practices in serving children with ASD.

As the largest autism center in the Middle East, AFAC continues its journey of impact, inclusion, and empowerment—transforming lives and building a stronger, more inclusive future for children with autism and their families.