Minister of Culture Celebrates Emirati Women's Day, Highlights UAE's Global Leadership in Gender Equality
On the occasion of Emirati Women’s Day, His Excellency Sheikh Salem bin Khalid Al Qasimi, Minister of Culture, praised the UAE's enduring commitment to empowering women, a commitment that has been central to the nation's development since its founding by the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan.
In his statement, His Excellency remarked, "The UAE has laid strong foundations for building a resilient nation, guided by science, knowledge, and faith. The country has been a pioneer in empowering women across vital sectors, investing in their capabilities, skills, and experiences. Today, this empowerment stands as a model across various fields."
His Excellency also highlighted the UAE's remarkable achievement of ranking seventh globally and first in the region in the Gender Equality Index, as reported in the 2024 Human Development Report by the United Nations Development Program. He emphasized that this success is a testament to the unwavering support and empowerment of Emirati women, which has enabled them to strengthen their presence and achieve their aspirations.
Extending his heartfelt congratulations to Her Highness Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak, Chairwoman of the General Women's Union, President of the Supreme Council for Motherhood and Childhood, Supreme Chairwoman of the Family Development Foundation, and "Mother of the Nation," His Excellency noted, "This year’s theme, 'Collaborate for Tomorrow,' carried forward for a second year, reflects the confidence and trust Her Highness places in Emirati women. It emphasizes sustainability as a participatory process and an integrated approach that contributes to realizing the state’s aspirations and future visions."
