We Are Autism Friendly Certified!

In response to feedback from families, we have partnered with Dubai Autism Center to provide specialized employee training and introduce autism-friendly experiences across 15 restaurants in Dubai.

We have officially been awarded the "Autism-Friendly" certificate by the Dubai Autism Center, becoming the first quick-service restaurant (QSR) in the UAE to attain this accreditation.

Driven by a commitment to creating a more welcoming, comfortable, and inclusive dining experience, and to fulfill the requirements of the Dubai Autism Center's Autism-Friendly Program, we implemented a specialized 40-hour training for our restaurant employees. This training is specifically designed to increase staff understanding of Autism Spectrum Disorder, raise awareness regarding different sensory and communication needs, and equip teams with practical approaches to effectively support autistic guests and their families.

In addition to comprehensive employee training, our certified participating restaurants offer dedicated Autism Friendly Kits, which provide practical sensory tools, such as noise canceling headphones, shades, and other tools that support individuals with varying sensory needs during their visit.

The first phase of the initiative includes 15 McDonald’s UAE restaurants across Dubai:

1. Al Ghurair Center

2. Al Bustan Center

3. Jumeirah Beach

4. Spinneys

5. Garhoud

6. Umm Suqeim 2

7. The Walk JBR

8. JBR Murjan

9. Bluewaters

10. South Heights

11. Green Community