DIFC Family Wealth Centre.

MENA's largest family wealth ecosystem

Launched in 2023, the DIFC Family Wealth Centre (DFWC) is a global hub dedicated to supporting family businesses and ultra-high-net-worth individuals (UHNWIs). It provides a robust ecosystem of tailored services to help families preserve and grow wealth across generations while addressing challenges related to succession planning, governance and multi-family offices.

Strategically positioned in the MEASA region, the Centre connects families with trusted advisers, governance experts and financial institutions, fostering a dynamic ecosystem that supports long-term prosperity. 

As the first initiative of its kind, DFWC aligns with the UAE’s vision to empower family businesses and strengthen their economic role in the country. Its collaborative ecosystem enables families to navigate the complexities of intergenerational wealth management and thrive in an evolving global landscape.

By offering a comprehensive suite of services and resources within a thriving global hub, the Centre plays a crucial role in sustaining family legacies and driving multi-generational success.

 

Key offerings

Memberships

DIFC Family Wealth Centre membership offers four key service categories: networking and community building, learning and education, thought leadership, and business support.

Accreditation

At the DIFC Family Wealth Centre we maintain a prestigious accreditation list of advisors that have been accredited by recognised organisations for meeting the highest industry standards.

Membership benefits

Networking and community building

Connect with a dynamic network of family businesses and industry leaders through curated events, and get complimentary VIP access to DIFC's flagship events.

Business support

Access tailored business support services, such as Golden Visa applications and comprehensive workplace solutions, helping you grow in Dubais dynamic business landscape.

Learning and education

Enhance your knowledge of family governance, wealth management, industry trends, and other topics through exclusive workshops and webinars.

Thought leadership

Access exclusive reports, articles, and research from leading experts. Our thought leadership initiatives aim to keep you informed on market trends and support strategic decision-making.

Our publications


Our thought leadership

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The Multi-Family Office Advantage

Family offices manage increasingly complex investments and generational transitions. Lighthouse Cantons paper shows how multi-family offices help preserve family wealth.
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The Role and Importance of Guardians in DIFC Foundations

KENDRIS and the DIFC Family Wealth Centre released a guide on Guardians in DIFC Foundations, outlining their role and governance principles.


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Upcoming events

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Multi Family Offices roundtable - 10 April 2025

The Multi-Family Office Advantage: Explore structuring, governance, and investment trends in multi-family offices (MFOs), compare them to single-family offices (SFOs), and examine the role of technology, transparency, and risk management.
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Dubai AI Festival roundtable - 24 April 2025

Impact of AI on Family Businesses: Organised under the umbrella of the DIFC AI Festival, this roundtable examines the impact of Artificial Intelligence on the family wealth ecosystem.
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Dubai Fintech Summit roundtable - 13 May 2025

Organised under the umbrella of the Dubai FinTech Summit, this roundtable examines the impact of financial technology on the family wealth ecosystem.