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Gulf Today
2 days ago
- Politics
- Gulf Today
Sheikha Fatima hails Al Nowais' UNWTO election
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 (SCMC), and Supreme Chairwoman of the Family Development Foundation (FDF), congratulated Sheikha Nasser Al Nowais on her election as Secretary-General of the United Nations World Tourism Organisation (UNWTO). Sheikha Fatima affirmed that this achievement is the fruit of the UAE leadership's insightful vision in supporting and empowering Emirati women - a vision laid down by the late Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nahyan and carried forward by His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE, may God protect him. This vision established a comprehensive and integrated approach that enhances women's capabilities and enables them to advance in various fields, proving their merit on international platforms. She praised the pivotal role played by Emirati women across all domains, emphasising that this victory is not only a reflection of the UAE's successful strategy in optimally investing in women's potential, but also a true embodiment of the ambition and unwavering determination of Emirati women to serve their nation and humanity as a whole. She stressed that this milestone further strengthens the UAE's model of women's empowerment. Sheikha Fatima affirmed that the election of Sheikha Al Nowais as the first woman to hold this prestigious position marks a new milestone in the UAE's journey of achievements and reflects the growing international confidence in the excellence and capabilities of Emirati talent. She expressed her confidence in Sheikha Al Nowais's ability to drive transformative change in the global tourism sector in service of humanity and sustainable development. She concluded by emphasising that Emirati women will continue to be essential partners in the comprehensive development journey and ambassadors of UAE values in international forums, carrying the message of a nation that places human empowerment at the heart of its developmental and civilisational aspirations. This historic win is an extension of the series of successes achieved by Emirati women at both regional and international levels. It reflects the increasing global recognition of the UAE's pioneering role in shaping the future and presenting inspiring female role models who contribute effectively to building a more sustainable, just, and progressive world. WAM
Al Etihad
3 days ago
- Business
- Al Etihad
Fatima bint Mubarak congratulates Sheikha Al Nowais on her election as UNWTO Secretary-General
31 May 2025 17:19 ABU DHABI (WAM) H.H. 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 (SCMC), and Supreme Chairwoman of the Family Development Foundation (FDF), congratulated Sheikha Nasser Al Nowais on her election as Secretary-General of the United Nations World Tourism Organisation (UNWTO).H.H. Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak affirmed that this achievement is the fruit of the UAE leadership's insightful vision in supporting and empowering Emirati women — a vision laid down by the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan and carried forward by President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, may God protect him. This vision established a comprehensive and integrated approach that enhances women's capabilities and enables them to advance in various fields, proving their merit on international platforms.H.H. praised the pivotal role played by Emirati women across all domains, emphasising that this victory is not only a reflection of the UAE's successful strategy in optimally investing in women's potential, but also a true embodiment of the ambition and unwavering determination of Emirati women to serve their nation and humanity as a whole. Her Highness stressed that this milestone further strengthens the UAE's model of women's Fatima affirmed that the election of Sheikha Al Nowais as the first woman to hold this prestigious position marks a new milestone in the UAE's journey of achievements and reflects the growing international confidence in the excellence and capabilities of Emirati expressed her confidence in Sheikha Al Nowais's ability to drive transformative change in the global tourism sector in service of humanity and sustainable concluded by emphasising that Emirati women will continue to be essential partners in the comprehensive development journey and ambassadors of UAE values in international forums, carrying the message of a nation that places human empowerment at the heart of its developmental and civilisational aspirations. This historic win is an extension of the series of successes achieved by Emirati women at both regional and international levels. It reflects the increasing global recognition of the UAE's pioneering role in shaping the future and presenting inspiring female role models who contribute effectively to building a more sustainable, just, and progressive world.
Al Etihad
22-05-2025
- Politics
- Al Etihad
Sheikha Fatima offers condolences to Honourable Lady, Wife of Sultan of Oman, on death of her mother
22 May 2025 21:49 MUSCAT (WAM)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), offered her condolences on Thursday to Honourable Lady, Sayyida Ahad bint Abdullah Al Busaidiyah, the wife of His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tariq of Oman on the passing of her took place during H.H. Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak's visit and reception by the Honorable Lady and her accompanying delegation at Al Baraka Palace in the Omani capital, the reception, H.H. Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak expressed her heartfelt condolences and sincere sympathy to the Al Busaidi family and the brotherly Omani people. H.H. prayed to Allah Almighty to grant the deceased His vast mercy and forgiveness, to dwell her in His spacious gardens, and to bestow patience and solace upon her family and loved ones.H.H. Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak emphasised the deep-rooted fraternal ties that unite the two countries and peoples, as well as the mutual keenness to continue strengthening her part, the Honorable Lady expressed her gratitude and appreciation to Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak for her sincere fraternal sentiments toward the family of the deceased. She also wished H.H. Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak continued health and wellness and affirmed the strong and enduring bonds between the two brotherly nations and their of the delegation accompanying H.H. Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak that included several sheikhas, officials, and female leaders from the UAE, also offered their condolences. H.H. Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak and her delegation arrived earlier Thursday in the sisterly Sultanate of Oman to offer condolences on the passing of the mother of the Honourable Lady.
Yahoo
22-05-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
George Washington University student banned after pro-Palestinian graduation speech
A graduation speech at George Washington University has resulted in the graduate being banned from the campus after she used the platform to criticize the university's ties to Israel and express support for Palestinians. During Saturday's commencement for the Columbian College of Arts & Sciences, part of GWU in Washington, DC, graduating senior Cecilia Culver delivered remarks to the graduating class of nearly 750. Culver condemned the deaths of Palestinians in Gaza, criticized GWU's connections to Israel, and urged the audience to withhold donations from the college and push for financial transparency, as well as for the college to divest from Israeli-linked companies. 'I am ashamed to know my tuition [fee] is being used to fund this genocide,' Culver said from the stage. 'I call upon the class of 2025 to withhold donations and continue advocating for disclosure and divestment.' University officials later said Culver had not followed her pre-approved remarks. They later announced she would be barred from campus and university-sponsored events. 'The speaker's conduct during Saturday's Columbian College of Arts and Sciences celebration event was inappropriate and dishonest: the speaker submitted and recited in rehearsal very different remarks than those she delivered at the ceremony,' the school said in a statement. 'The speaker has been barred from all GW's campuses and sponsored events elsewhere.' GWU also issued an apology, saying the speech had disrupted what was meant to be a celebratory occasion. The incident has since gone viral, with one video of the speech gaining more than 1 million views. Many have praised Culver for taking a stand on behalf of Palestinians, but others have criticized her for 'politicizing' a graduation ceremony. At the event, many graduates loudly applauded and cheered for Culver, with several giving her a standing ovation. Associate dean Kavita Daiya also acknowledged her speech, saying the college supports diverse perspectives. Culver was also receiving a distinguished scholar award at the ceremony. Culver said in an interview with The GW Hatchet that 'there was just never any point where I was not going to say something'.
Boston Globe
21-05-2025
- Politics
- Boston Globe
GWU bans graduate from campus over Israel divestment call at commencement
Advertisement 'The speaker's conduct during Saturday's Columbian College of Arts and Sciences Celebration event was inappropriate and dishonest: the speaker submitted and recited in rehearsal very different remarks than those she delivered at the ceremony,' the university said in a statement. Get Starting Point A guide through the most important stories of the morning, delivered Monday through Friday. Enter Email Sign Up Culver did not respond to a request for comment. But she told the GW Hatchet, 'There was just never any point where I was not going to say something,' Culver said. In recent days, the speech has led to an outpouring of support and outrage - including one video that's been viewed 1.3 million times - from some who see Culver as courageous for using her position as a student graduation speaker to speak up for Palestinians and others who see the remarks ruining or distracting from a graduation ceremony to share her political opinions and bash Israel. Advertisement The speech and public response is the latest in protests and other tensions on college campuses since the Oct. 7, 2023, Hamas attack on Israel and ensuing war that have tested the limits of free speech on campuses and lead to threats from the Trump administration to withhold federal funding from schools it says allow antisemitism. GWU, the site of multiple demonstrations in the two school years, is among the campuses that have drawn the administration's attention in recent months and in April, banned the GWU chapter of Students for Justice in Palestine for a year. This also marks the second year where the Israel-Gaza war has impacted graduation ceremonies. At New York University, for example, officials said they were withholding the diploma of Logan Rozos, who used his commencement speech to condemn Israel's war in Gaza and who they said 'lied about the speech he was going to deliver.' At Virginia Commonwealth University, three students had their diplomas withheld over a protest just before graduation. In New York City Wednesday, the head of Columbia University gave a commencement speech acknowledging the absence of student activist Mahmoud Khalil, who was due to receive his diploma this week but is instead in a Louisiana jail facing deportation for his role in pro-Palestinian campus protests. The brief address drew loud boos and chants of 'free Palestine' from some graduating students. Acting president Claire Shipman also alluded to the crackdown on foreign students by the Trump administration that has roiled the Ivy League school in recent months. Advertisement 'We firmly believe that our international students have the same rights to freedom of speech as everyone else and they should not be targeted by the government for exercising this right,' Shipman said, adding: 'I know many in our community are mourning the absence of our graduate Mahmoud Khalil.' Khalil, a graduate student in Columbia's international affairs program, has remained detained since March 8, when immigration agents took him into custody at his off-campus apartment in Manhattan. While in custody, he missed the birth of his first child. His repeated requests to hold the newborn have been rejected by the jail, his attorneys said Wednesday. As Shipman spoke under rainy skies, some students walked out while others booed and jeered. The acting president, who took over in late March, received a similarly icy reception during a smaller graduation ceremony Tuesday. At GWU, some students rose to applaud as Culver finished her speech Saturday. Kavita Daiya, an associate dean in the Columbian College of Arts & Sciences, presented her with a distinguished scholar award and said the college represents a variety of viewpoints, thanking Culver for sharing hers. A video of the ceremony, which was live-streamed on YouTube and the school's website, is no longer available. Material from the Associated Press was used in this report.
