Emirati Women's Day

EMIRATI WOMEN'S DAY

EMIRATI WOMEN'S DAY

Empowering women: Environment matters more than intent

Real progress comes from institutions that enable women to lead, innovate and thrive

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When societies recognise women’s contributions, value their ideas, and support their aspirations, empowerment becomes a natural outcome rather than a separate objective.

Oscar-nominated Nahla Al Fahad bats for Indian women

UAE filmmaker Nahla Al Fahad opens up on filming brave fisherwomen’s untold stories at sea

Nahla Al Fahad

How Emirati women power Guggenheim Abu Dhabi’s future

Exceptional talents are driving a Saadiyat Island cultural landmark

From left: Sara bin Safwan, Fatima Ahmed Al Maazmi, Wadeema Suliman Alhammadi, Mariam Mahmoud Alzadjali, and Laila Ahmed Al Rais.

From records to goals Areej Al Hammadi scores big

Her early years were spent convincing society and family that women belong on the pitch

Areej Al Hammadi

Sheikh Hamdan congratulates Emirati women

UAE women remain an inspiration to women everywhere, the Dubai Crown Prince said

Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence of the UAE and Chairman of the Dubai Executive Council

How Aisha Abdulla Al Mulla turned kindness into action

Her story shows how Emirati women shape the future with resilience and empathy

From childhood lessons in kindness to her role at Friends of Cancer Patients, she shares how values, resilience, and mentorship drive her humanitarian mission.

Nurse to CEO: How Emirati woman Aysha transforms care

Her journey of resilience, learning, and inspiring the next generation

Nurse to CEO: How Emirati woman Aysha is transforming healthcare

Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid congratulates Emirati women

Vice President underlined Emirati women’s key role in the nation’s journey of development

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai

UAE's Lamia: From rhythmic gymnast to yogasana champion

Teenager exemplifies resilience, dedication, national pride ahead of Emirati Women's Day

Lamia Al Farsi, UAE’s rising rhythmic gymnast, clinched gold at the Asian Yogasana Championship in Fujairah earlier this month.

Sheikh Mohamed: Emirati women crucial for UAE progress

This year’s celebration are held under the theme 'Hand in Hand, We Celebrate 50 Years'

President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan

Dubai’s Hind Al Raessi: Emirati lens frames UAE’s soul

Photographer and mother, framing life from intimate portraits to global sporting events

Emirati Women’s Day: How Dubai’s Hind Al Raessi captures the UAE’s soul

How marathon running changed one Emirati woman’s life

Dr Lamees Abu Hlaiqa shows how consistency and family support turn challenges into success

Dr Lamees Abu Hlaiqa, a public health specialist and mother of three, transformed her life through running, discipline, and unwavering family support.

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