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Mid East Info
4 days ago
- Politics
- Mid East Info
UAE shares model for women empowerment and gender equality with international community - Middle East Business News and Information
Women empowerment foundational to all 2030 SDGs, hears high-level roundtable at UN HLPF UAE delegation hosts roundtable on innovation and bridging the digital gender gap Dubai- 2025 – The UAE has reaffirmed the critical role of women empowerment and gender equality in achieving the United Nations' (UN) 2030 Agenda during the 2025 High-Level Political Forum (HLPF) on Sustainable Development in New York. The UAE delegation highlighted the nation's model for women empowerment, gender equality, and its focus on motherhood and childhood as the basis for inclusive and sustainable growth. The UAE built this model through the comprehensive empowerment system that it provides for women and families, who form the nucleus of society and guarantee the sustainability of human, social, and economic development. The UAE delegation presented national policies and legislation that have contributed to increasing the number of women in leadership and decision-making positions. This includes the Equal Pay Law and the Constitution guaranteeing equal opportunities for both genders. The delegation highlighted several milestones, including the fact that women now represent 50% of Federal National Council members and 26% of Cabinet members. Women also constitute 46% of STEM graduates in the UAE and 80% of the scientific leadership team in the Emirates Mars Mission. The delegation also addressed the UAE's role in supporting women empowerment globally through initiatives like Her Highness Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak's Women in Peace and Security Initiative. The delegation concluded by reiterating the UAE's willingness to share its expertise and success with the international community to promote gender equality towards 2030 and beyond. Promoting innovation and bridging the digital gender gap: The National Secretariat on SDGs and the UAE Consulate General in New York City hosted a roundtable on 'Accelerating Innovation in Promoting Gender Equality to Continue Achieving Sustainable Development in the Post-2030.' The discussion explored bridging the digital gender gap, transforming the care economy, and empowering women in leadership. It presented scalable solutions and practical models to drive progress around SDG 5. The discussion featured contributions from Her Excellency Savannah Mazhya, Minister of Information and Communications Technology in the Kingdom of Eswatini and Chair of the Global Council for SDG 5; His Excellency Abdulla Lootah, Assistant Minister of Cabinet Affairs for Competitiveness and Experience Exchange and Chair of the National Committee on SDGs; Dr Manal Taryam, CEO and Board Member of Noor Dubai Foundation; while other participants included Chelsea Molden, Executive Director of the Public Policy Lab; Stephanie Sirota from RTW Investments in Life Sciences; and Andrew Billo, Head of Partnerships at the UN Initiative to End Violence Against Women and Girls. HE Lootah: 'The UAE has built a pioneering global model that supports social progress HE Lootah, Assistant Minister of Cabinet Affairs for Competitiveness and Experience Exchange and Chair of the National Committee on SDGs, said: 'Over decades of sustainable development centred on the family, the UAE has made community empowerment both the finish line and the starting point of development. This approach is what the UAE is ready to share with everyone around the world. 'Through the UAE's participation in HLPF, and through the delegation's meetings and partnerships, we are sharing knowledge gained in empowering society to ensure inclusive development.' Additionally, the UAE delegation shared the country's experiences in establishing the National Committee on SDGs in 2017 during its participation in an event organised by the Government of Qatar to introduce the agenda of the second edition of the Global Summit for Social Development, which will be held in Doha from 4-6 November.
Daily Tribune
5 days ago
- Politics
- Daily Tribune
UAE Showcases Global Model for Women Empowerment and Gender Equality at UN Forum
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has shared its pioneering approach to women empowerment and gender equality with the global community at the 2025 UN High-Level Political Forum (HLPF) on Sustainable Development, held in New York. During the forum, the UAE delegation emphasized that empowering women and achieving gender balance are key pillars for inclusive and sustainable development, and vital to realizing the UN's 2030 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The delegation presented the UAE's national framework that supports women and families as the foundation of society. They highlighted progressive laws and policies, including the Equal Pay Law and constitutional guarantees for gender equality, which have helped increase the participation of women in leadership and decision-making roles. Key achievements were shared, such as: Women making up 50% of the Federal National Council, 26% representation in the Cabinet, 46% of UAE STEM graduates being women, And 80% of the scientific leadership team of the Emirates Mars Mission being female. The delegation also spoke about the UAE's global initiatives to support women, including the Women in Peace and Security initiative by Her Highness Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak. Bridging the Digital Gender Gap On the sidelines of the forum, the UAE hosted a high-level roundtable focused on 'Accelerating Innovation in Promoting Gender Equality in the Post-2030 Era.' The event brought together leaders and experts to discuss digital inclusion, the care economy, and women's leadership. Notable speakers included: H.E. Savannah Mazhya, Minister of ICT in Eswatini and Chair of the Global Council for SDG 5, H.E. Abdulla Lootah, Assistant Minister of Cabinet Affairs and Chair of the UAE National Committee on SDGs, Dr. Manal Taryam of Noor Dubai Foundation, Along with global policy experts and representatives from UN initiatives. H.E. Lootah stated, 'The UAE has built a unique global model rooted in decades of family-centered development. We believe community empowerment is both the foundation and the future of sustainable progress. We are proud to share our experience and success with the world to help drive inclusive development.' Through its participation at HLPF 2025, the UAE reaffirmed its commitment to working with the international community to promote equality and support a more inclusive, innovative future for all.
Al Etihad
15-07-2025
- Sport
- Al Etihad
Fatima Bint Mubarak Ladies Sports Academy hosts summer camp to discover emerging talent
15 July 2025 17:12 ABU DHABI (ALETIHAD)Under the patronage of Her Highness Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak, Chairwoman of the General Women's Union, President of the Supreme Council for Motherhood and Childhood, and Supreme Chairwoman of the Family Development Foundation, Mother of the Nation, and with the guidance of Sheikha Fatima bint Hazza bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Chairwoman of the Board of Directors of the Fatima Bint Mubarak Ladies Sports Academy, and Chairwoman of both the Abu Dhabi Ladies Club and the Al Ain Ladies Club, the Fatima Bint Mubarak Ladies Sports Academy (FBMA) has announced the launch of its annual summer camp - 'We Discover Talent' - running until July 31, 2025 at the academy's headquarters in Abu summer camp reflects the academy's continued commitment to encouraging the development of young talent and promoting physical, social, and creative growth in a supportive and engaging to girls aged 3 to 14 years and boys aged 3 to 10 years, the camp offers a comprehensive programme of sports and activities designed to activate, inspire, and empower youth during the summer will take part in a wide range of experiences including basketball, football, volleyball, karate, martial arts, zumba, entertainment programmes, educational workshops and sessions will be conducted by qualified instructors in a safe, family-friendly setting that supports both skill-building and academy has designed the camp to offer maximum flexibility for families, with registration packages available for weekly, bi-weekly, and full-month will run daily from 8:00am to 2:30pm throughout the month of July. This initiative continues to build on FBMA's strategic mission to nurture a generation that is active, confident, and equipped to embrace future opportunities, starting with foundational experiences in sports and teamwork from an early age. Source: Aletihad - Abu Dhabi
ARN News Center
05-07-2025
- Politics
- ARN News Center
Emirati Women's Day to be themed 'Hand in Hand, We Celebrate 50 Years'
Under the directives of Her Highness Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak, 'The Mother of the Nation', Chairwoman of the General Women's Union (GWU), President of the Supreme Council for Motherhood and Childhood, and Supreme Chairwoman of the Family Development Foundation (FDF), the official theme for Emirati Women's Day 2025 has been approved as 'Hand in Hand, We Celebrate 50 Years'. Marked annually on August 28, this year's occasion coincides with the 50th anniversary of the founding of the General Women's Union in 1975. The theme reflects a national celebration of community partnership and the continuous achievements of Emirati women across five decades. The directive aligns with the announcement by President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, designating 2025 as the Year of Community under the theme Hand in Hand. It underscores the country's vision of strengthening national cohesion and reaffirming the essential role of Emirati women as partners in the nation's journey of development and progress. This year's theme carries profound national and social meaning, symbolising the participatory spirit that defines the UAE's approach to women's empowerment. It also affirms the need to continue advancing through collaboration across all segments of society. The theme approval comes within the framework of the continued efforts led by the General Women's Union under the guidance of Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak, since its establishment as a national institution supporting women's causes and affirming their central role in the UAE's development. Through her visionary leadership, the Union has built an integrated system rooted in empowerment and anchored in the values of identity, solidarity, and community partnership. Emirati Women's Day serves as a national occasion to take pride in the accomplishments of Emirati women and renew the pledge to work hand in hand with men, guided by the leadership's conviction that empowering women is empowering the nation, and that investing in women's potential is a driver of sustainable development and national advancement.
Dubai Eye
05-07-2025
- Politics
- Dubai Eye
Emirati Women's Day to be themed 'Hand in Hand, We Celebrate 50 Years'
Under the directives of Her Highness Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak, 'The Mother of the Nation', Chairwoman of the General Women's Union (GWU), President of the Supreme Council for Motherhood and Childhood, and Supreme Chairwoman of the Family Development Foundation (FDF), the official theme for Emirati Women's Day 2025 has been approved as 'Hand in Hand, We Celebrate 50 Years'. Marked annually on August 28, this year's occasion coincides with the 50th anniversary of the founding of the General Women's Union in 1975. The theme reflects a national celebration of community partnership and the continuous achievements of Emirati women across five decades. The directive aligns with the announcement by President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, designating 2025 as the Year of Community under the theme Hand in Hand. It underscores the country's vision of strengthening national cohesion and reaffirming the essential role of Emirati women as partners in the nation's journey of development and progress. This year's theme carries profound national and social meaning, symbolising the participatory spirit that defines the UAE's approach to women's empowerment. It also affirms the need to continue advancing through collaboration across all segments of society. The theme approval comes within the framework of the continued efforts led by the General Women's Union under the guidance of Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak, since its establishment as a national institution supporting women's causes and affirming their central role in the UAE's development. Through her visionary leadership, the Union has built an integrated system rooted in empowerment and anchored in the values of identity, solidarity, and community partnership. Emirati Women's Day serves as a national occasion to take pride in the accomplishments of Emirati women and renew the pledge to work hand in hand with men, guided by the leadership's conviction that empowering women is empowering the nation, and that investing in women's potential is a driver of sustainable development and national advancement.
