Women at heart of UAE society, active partners in shaping future: Fatima bint Mubarak

Her Highness Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak, a prominent figure in the United Arab Emirates, has emphasized the crucial role of women in shaping the nation's future. As the Mother of the Nation, Chairwoman of the General Women's Union, President of the Supreme Council for Motherhood and Childhood, and Supreme Chairwoman of the Family Development Foundation, she highlighted women's active participation in the country's progress.

In her statement commemorating Emirati Women's Day 2026, Sheikha Fatima stated that women are the heart of society and a pillar of its growth. She presented a vision for the UAE's daughters, describing them as the continuation of a cherished journey, a precious trust for the present, and a promise for the future. She urged them to uphold their values, be proud of their nation, take proactive roles, and remain confident that ambition coupled with responsibility yields a lasting impact.

Sheikha Fatima expressed her pride in every woman in the UAE, every family that believed in them, every man who supported them, and every institution that provided them opportunities. She stressed that the UAE's continued success is rooted in unity and shared purpose, with people being its most valuable asset and women being the cornerstone of the nation's progress and its future.