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ADGM Academy and Al Nazaha Association Sign Strategic Collaboration to Advance Integrity and Anti-Fraud Training in the UAE
ADGM Academy: 03 June 2025
ADGM Academy (ADGMA) and Al Nazaha Association have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to jointly enhance educational and professional initiatives in anti-fraud and integrity, reinforcing national capabilities and promoting a culture of transparency across the UAE.
This strategic partnership combines ADGM Academy’s leadership in financial and regulatory education with Al Nazaha’s expertise as the UAE’s official affiliate of the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE).
“As the knowledge arm of ADGM, one of our goals is to establish and create a stronger and more transparent financial services ecosystem that consists of a new generation of professionals, empowered with the tools and knowledge to uphold market integrity at every level.”
– Ali Al Mehairi, Senior Director of Business Enablement, ADGM Academy
“This partnership represents a significant step toward building a future-ready workforce grounded in the values of integrity, accountability, and professional excellence.”
– Mrs. Naeima Al Menhali, Chairwoman of the Board, Al Nazaha Association
Driving National Impact
The collaboration will focus on key areas such as:
- Fraud detection, deterrence, and prevention techniques
- CPE-accredited anti-fraud programmes tailored for UAE professionals
- Joint events and campaigns that foster a culture of ethical conduct
Training will be delivered by ADGM Academy, an ACTVET-approved training provider, and supported by Al Nazaha Association, the official UAE affiliate of ACFE – the world’s largest anti-fraud organisation.
This MoU reflects a shared vision to empower the UAE’s workforce with the knowledge and tools to uphold integrity and transparency across sectors, further positioning Abu Dhabi as a regional leader in governance, ethics, and compliance education.
Under the MoU, ADGM Academy and Al Nazaha Association will:
- Deliver accredited training programmes in fraud prevention and integrity practices
- Co-develop short Continuing Professional Education (CPE) courses tailored for UAE professionals
- Launch joint awareness campaigns and events to support national talent development