Emiratia Celebrates Emirati Women's Day
Emiratia was a prestigious event by Being She and Gulf News, celebrating and empowering Emirati Women.
Emiratia, an exclusive event by Being She and Gulf News, is currently underway at Raffles The Palm Dubai, marking Emirati Women’s Day with extraordinary participation. Held annually on August 28, this remarkable event honors Emirati women’s contributions, celebrates their achievements, and highlights their vital role in the nation’s progress.
First established in 2015 by Sheikha Fatima Bint Mubarak, Mother of the Nation and wife of the UAE Founding Father, the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, Emirati Women’s Day acknowledges the invaluable impact of women in shaping the UAE.
This year, Emiratia showcases inspiring stories of resilience, leadership, and success, setting the stage for ongoing innovation and empowerment. Featuring a stellar lineup of speakers, the event is drawing widespread attention and engagement.
Keynote Highlights
A major highlight is the keynote address by Dr. Maryam Mohamed Fatma Matar, Founder and Chairperson of the UAE Genetic Diseases Association. As the first Emirati woman to serve as Senior Undersecretary at the Ministry of Health and General Manager at the Community Development Authority in Dubai, Dr. Matar has been a trailblazer. Recognized among the ‘50 Most Influential Women in the Arab World’ for seven consecutive years and recipient of the Women in Tech Lifetime Achievement Award in 2023, her inspiring words are setting the tone for this celebration.
Dignitaries in Attendance
The event is graced by notable figures, including:
- Dr. Mohammed Saeed Al Kindi, Former UAE Minister of Environment & Water
- Dr. Eesa Mohammed Al Bastaki, President of the University of Dubai
- Yaqoob Al Ali, Executive Director and Private Advisor to the Office of Sheikh Juma Bin Maktoum Al Maktoum
- Ismail Al Naqi, Director General of the Free Zones Authority of Ajman
Reflecting on the significance of Emirati Women’s Day, Al Naqi remarked, “Celebrating Emirati women honors their pivotal contributions to the nation’s growth, empowers future generations, and highlights the resilience that drives the UAE’s success.”
Engaging Sessions and Networking Opportunities
Participants are immersed in enlightening panel discussions, motivational keynotes, and impactful networking sessions, providing opportunities to connect with influential leaders and experts while fostering both personal and professional growth.
Partner Contributions
Support for Emiratia has been reinforced by:
- Ajman Free Zone as the Platinum Sponsor
- Virgio and La Marquise as Gold Sponsors
- HSBC as the Banking Partner
- Areen East and West and Moser as Support Partners
- Raffles The Palm as the Venue Partner
- Apparel Group as the Lifestyle Partner
- Clean Rebel and Lush as Gifting Partners
- Al Haramain as the Fragrance Partner
- Arpan as the Flower Partner
Voices of Support
Ishneet Kaur, Head of International Business at Virgio, emphasized, “Emirati Women’s Day highlights the vital contributions of Emirati women in diverse fields, aligning with our core values of empowerment and sustainability.”
Nishith Shah, CEO of La Marquise, added, “Emirati women have been pioneers across industries, reflecting the UAE’s leadership and commitment to gender equality.”
Veronika Szabo, Senior Director of Marketing at Raffles The Palm, shared, “Partnering with Gulf News for this event is a proud moment to celebrate Emirati women’s strength, resilience, and vision, creating a lasting legacy of inspiration.”
Emiratia 2024 stands as a powerful testament to the extraordinary contributions of Emirati women, empowering them to continue leading, innovating, and inspiring future generations.
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