Abu Dhabi Extends Maternity Leave Support for Private Sector
The initiative is designed to help mothers balance work and childcare.
The Abu Dhabi Social Support Authority (SSA) has announced the Maternity Leave Support for Women in Private Sector initiative, as part of the Emirati Family Growth Support Programme by the Department of Community Development (DCD) in Abu Dhabi. The initiative extends paid maternity leave for Emirati mothers in the private sector to 90 days.[1]
Emirati mothers can apply for financial support to supplement their salary during the extended leave, with SSA providing support for up to 90 days, in line with public sector practices. The initiative is designed to help mothers balance work and childcare.
Eligible Emirati mothers must have a family book issued in Abu Dhabi and obtain a no-objection certificate from their employer. Applications must be submitted within 30 days of the child’s birth, which must be on or after September 1st, 2024. The SSA will provide further details on service delivery and application procedures in September 2024.