Arab Council for Childhood and Development (ACCD)

What Arab Council for Childhood and Development (ACCD) does

Arab Council for Childhood and Development (ACCD) is a regional Arab non-governmental organization founded in 1987 in Cairo, Egypt, and presided over by HRH Prince Abdulaziz bin Talal bin Abdulaziz Al Saud. Established pursuant to a recommendation from the 1986 Tunis conference under Arab League auspices, ACCD operates as an independent legal entity with diplomatic status under a host-country agreement with the Egyptian Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Its mandate addresses childhood development across five workstreams: early childhood development, child-friendly media, disability inclusion, children in street situations, and child empowerment for the Fourth Industrial Revolution. Core programmatic assets include the "Ta'reb Al-Amal" (Raising Hope) pedagogical model, the Arab Child Media Observatory, the King Abdulaziz Prize for Scientific Research in Childhood and Development Issues, the Childhood Academy (أكاديمية طفولة) for training, two Arabic-language periodicals (Khatwa/Step magazine and Childhood and Development journal), and two recurring convening platforms (the Arab Civil Society Forum for Childhood since 2001 and the Arab Children's Forum since 2010).

The organization operates a portfolio of publications, training programs, regional forums, and grant-making (via the King Abdulaziz Prize) rather than a unified technology product. Underlying infrastructure includes a digital Knowledge Clearing House portal, an Android mobile app (com.arabccd.portal), and an Arabic-language media monitoring system; one disclosed use of AI is the 2026 calendar prepared with AI tools. The Media Observatory for Arab Child Rights (since 2010) constitutes ACCD's primary data-generating asset, tracking child-rights coverage across Arab media.

Revenue is derived from grants and development funding rather than commercial sales. Named funders include AGFUND (Arab Gulf Program for Development, the primary strategic partner), the Islamic Development Bank, the Kuwait Fund for Arab Economic Development, UNICEF, UNESCO, and Arab League agencies. Distribution occurs through 50+ partner organizations across Arab League member states, supplemented by direct training delivery through the Childhood Academy and event-based convening. End beneficiaries span children (early childhood through adolescence), national childhood councils, civil society organizations, media professionals, researchers, and families across 17 Arab countries.

Name

Arab Council for Childhood and Development (ACCD)

Legal name

المجلس العربي للطفولة والتنمية (Arab Council for Childhood and Development)

Website

https://arabccd.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1987

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Arab Council for Childhood and Development (ACCD) is a Cairo-based Arab regional NGO founded in 1987 that advances child rights, early childhood development, disability inclusion, child-friendly media, and street-children rehabilitation across 17 Arab countries, funded primarily by AGFUND and multilateral donors under royal patronage.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Cairo

HQ country

Egypt

HQ region

Africa

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Grants and Development Funding: ACCD is a non-governmental organization funded primarily through grants and development assistance from Arab and international organizations. Major funding partners include AGFUND (Gulf Arab Program for Development), the Islamic Development Bank, the Kuwait Fund for Arab Economic Development, UNICEF, UNESCO, and Arab League agencies.
2. Publications and Knowledge Products: ACCD generates revenue through publishing research reports, studies, guides, and magazines (Step magazine, Childhood and Development journal) available through its digital knowledge portal, as well as training manuals and resource guides.
3. Training and Capacity Building Services: ACCD conducts specialized training programs through its Childhood Academy (أكاديمية طفولة) for professionals working with children, including early childhood development, disability, and child protection training, with programs delivered in multiple Arab countries.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

ACCD is a non-governmental Arab regional organization that delivers childhood-development programs through advocacy, training, research, and publications. Its core offerings include the Ta'reb Al-Amal (Educating Hope) early-childhood framework, the Arab Child Media Observatory, the Childhood Academy training platform, the King Abdulaziz Prize for scientific research in childhood, and recurring publications such as the Step magazine and the Childhood and Development journal, all targeting Arab governments, civil society, practitioners, and families across 16+ Arab countries.

Product overview

The Arab Council for Childhood and Development (ACCD) is a regional Arab non-governmental organization focused on childhood advocacy and development. Rather than a unified technology product, ACCD offers a portfolio of interconnected programs and publications: the core Raising Hope educational framework underpins its child development approach, supported by two magazines (Khatwa and Childhood and Development), the Media Observatory for child rights monitoring, the King Abdulaziz Research Prize, the Childhood Academy for training, the Arab Civil Society Forum, and the Arab Children Forum for youth participation. These are complemented by an annual calendar, performance reports, and the Knowledge Clearing House portal—all unified by the mission to support Arab children's rights, development, and protection. The organization has been operating since 1987 under the presidency of Prince Abdulaziz bin Talal bin Abdulaziz Al Saud.

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Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Magazine Khatwa (مجلة خطوة) A periodic magazine covering topics related to Arab childhood, development, education, and child rights, featuring articles, studies, and perspectives on childhood issues across the Arab world. It is one of the longest-running Arabic-language childhood magazines.
• Childhood and Development Magazine (مجلة الطفولة والتنمية) An academic and research magazine addressing childhood development topics including child psychology, education, social issues, and child rights in Arab societies.
• Ta'reb Al-Amal (Educating Hope) Model (نموذج تربية الأمل) An innovative child-rearing framework developed by ACCD providing a comprehensive approach to Arab child development, emphasizing hope-building, critical thinking, creativity, and 21st-century skills to prepare Arab children for the Fourth Industrial Revolution.
• Media Observatory for Arab Child Rights (المرصد الإعلامي لحقوق الطفل العربي) An Arabic-language media monitoring and analysis system that tracks child rights coverage in Arab media, working under the 'Child-Friendly Media' slogan to build an aware and responsible Arab media that upholds children's rights.
• King Abdulaziz Prize for Scientific Research in Childhood and Development Issues (جائزة الملك عبد العزيز للبحوث العلمية) A research award program recognizing outstanding scientific research in childhood and development issues in the Arab world, with prize cycles focused on themes such as 'Citizenship Education' and 'Education in Post-COVID World'. The prize has recognized 95 projects since 1999 (under its broader King Abdulaziz international award program).
• Childhood Academy (أكاديمية طفولة) Arab Academy for Training and Capacity Development providing professional development programs for caregivers, specialists, media professionals, and practitioners working with children across Arab countries, covering early childhood development, disability, child protection, and child-friendly media.
• Arab Civil Society Forum for Childhood (منتدى المجتمع المدني العربي للطفولة) A biennial forum for civil society organizations working on childhood issues in Arab countries, promoting networking and knowledge exchange on child rights and development. Six editions have been held through 2024.
• Arab Children Forum (ملتقى الأطفال العرب) A platform for Arab children's participation and voice, enabling children to discuss issues affecting them and contribute to policy discussions on childhood rights. Operational since 2010.
• Knowledge Clearing House (بوابة المعرفة) A digital portal providing access to ACCD's publications, research reports, studies, guidelines, training manuals, and resources on childhood and development topics across the Arab world.
• Annual Performance Reports (تقارير الأداء) Annual performance and activity reports documenting ACCD's achievements, projects, and organizational activities, published from 2016 to 2024.

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 1,200 children and specialists benefited; over 1,800 activities conducted; more than 300 children certified in literacy, computer skills, and ICDL through the 'I Chose Hope' project (2014-2018)
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Named customers7 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

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Integration1 record

Feature3 records

Partnerships

22 partnerships are on record, tiered core/flagship, major, sister institution and minor.

• AGFUND — Arab Gulf Program for Development (برنامج الخليج العربي للتنمية - أجفند)core/flagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerAGFUND is ACCD's primary strategic partner, providing major funding and co-development support across virtually all ACCD programs including early childhood development, the Ta'reb Al-Amal model, street children rehabilitation, disability inclusion, the Media Observatory, and the King Abdulaziz Prize. AGFUND is led by HRH Prince Abdulaziz bin Talal bin Abdulaziz Al Saud.
• Arab League (جامعة الدول العربية)core/flagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe Arab League is a key institutional partner, with ACCD holding membership in the Arab Childhood Committee. The Arab League recommended ACCD's establishment following the 1986 Tunis conference and issued a recommendation to replicate the street children rehabilitation program across Arab countries.
• UNICEF (اليونيسف)core/flagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerUNICEF partners with ACCD on early childhood development projects in Egypt, climate change and child rights, street children, and disability inclusion. UNICEF also serves as a partner in the Arab Civil Society Forum for Childhood and various workshops.
• UNESCO (اليونسكو)core/flagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerUNESCO collaborates with ACCD on child-friendly media standards, culture, and childhood development across Arab countries.
• Arab Open University (الجامعة العربية المفتوحة)majorStrategic or Co-development PartnerA sister institution partner collaborating with ACCD on early childhood development projects and the assistive technology project for children with disabilities.
• CAWTAR — Arab Women Center for Training and Research (مركز المرأة العربية للتدريب والبحوث - كوثر)sister institutionStrategic or Co-development PartnerA sister institution partner of ACCD, collaborating on shared developmental goals related to childhood and gender.
• Arab Network for NGOs (الشبكة العربية للمنظمات الاهلية)sister institutionStrategic or Co-development PartnerA sister institution partner supporting ACCD's civil society engagement across the Arab world.
• Arab Scout Organization (المنظمة الكشفية العربية)majorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartners with ACCD on the Arab Children's Forum, the assistive technology project, media workshops, and child participation initiatives across Arab countries.
• ISESCO/ICESCO (إيسيسكو)majorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartners with ACCD on the assistive technology project for children with disabilities, education, and culture-related programs.
• Arab Labor Organization (منظمة العمل العربية)majorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaborates with ACCD on child labor issues, child rights, and related policy frameworks in Arab countries.
• Save the Children (منظمة إنقاذ الطفولة)majorStrategic or Co-development PartnerInternational NGO partner collaborating on child protection, street children rehabilitation, and child rights programs.
• Plan InternationalmajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerInternational NGO partner working with ACCD on child rights and childhood development programs.
• International Labour Organization (منظمة العمل الدولية)majorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartners with ACCD on child labor issues and policies in Arab countries, including climate change and child labor regional meetings.
• FAO — Food and Agriculture Organization (منظمة الأغذية والزراعة)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartners on food security and sustainable development topics related to child welfare across Arab countries.
• National Childhood Councils and Supreme Councils (Multiple Arab Countries)majorStrategic or Co-development PartnerACCD has worked with National Childhood Councils in Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Jordan, Lebanon, Qatar, UAE (Sharjah), Tunisia, Morocco, and Yemen. These councils implement national-level childhood programs in coordination with ACCD.
• Egyptian Ministry of Solidarity (وزارة التضامن الاجتماعي - مصر)majorStrategic or Co-development PartnerKey government partner in Egypt for the 'I Chose Hope' street children rehabilitation project (2014-2018) and the Early Childhood Development Center project. Co-conducts training workshops and child protection programs.
• National Council for Childhood and Motherhood — Egypt (المجلس القومي للطفولة والأمومة)majorStrategic or Co-development PartnerKey Egyptian government partner on child protection, early childhood development, and child-friendly media workshops. Co-organizes training programs and forums.
• Arab Network for Early Childhood Development (الشبكة العربية لتنمية الطفولة المبكرة)majorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartners with ACCD on early childhood development training workshops, including the 'Early Childhood Development Sciences' training program delivered in Egypt (2019) with 20+ national policy team experts.
• Sharjah Child Friendly City (الشارقة مدينة صديقة للأطفال)majorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartners with ACCD on child-friendly city initiatives and childhood development programs in Sharjah, UAE.
• UNA — Union of Arab News Agencies (اتحاد وكالات أنباء دول منظمة التعاون الإسلامي - يونا)majorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartners with ACCD on child-friendly media workshops and professional standards for Arab journalists covering child rights. Conducted joint workshops with 250 journalists from 40 countries (July 2020) and 90+ journalists (February 2021).
• Arab Civil Society Forum for Childhood Networkcore/flagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerA network of Arab civil society organizations engaged in childhood issues, facilitated by ACCD through biennial forums since 2001. The network includes organizations from across the Arab world working on child rights, protection, and development.
• Manara Network for Child Rights (منارة - الشبكة العربية لحقوق الطفل)majorStrategic or Co-development PartnerArab child rights network partner, collaborating on children's participation programs, the Arab Children's Forum, and the 'Our Dreams in Our Pens' campaign on the right to quality education.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key highlights7 records

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