UAE launches global SAFE-T initiative to fight digital violence against women
Under patronage of Fatima bint Mubarak, UAE launches global SAFE-T initiative
Abu Dhabi has launched the global SAFE-T Initiative to combat digital violence against women and girls. The initiative, spearheaded by the UAE, combines technology and policy to promote digital safety and empower women in the digital age. The program is a joint effort between the General Women’s Union (GWU), the Ministry of Justice, and the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC).
Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak, a key figure in the UAE, emphasized the importance of technology for women's learning, work, and innovation. However, she highlighted the growing issue of digital violence, which threatens women's participation in social, economic, and political spheres. She stressed the need for an integrated vision that goes beyond access to technology and includes legislation, protection, awareness-raising, and shared responsibility among stakeholders.
The initiative's first phase aims to establish its core infrastructure, focusing on education, technology, professional development, and leadership opportunities. The model, known as UPSTANDER, includes nine strategies to bridge the digital divide and protect women's digital rights. The Global Coalition for Digital Safety and the digital safety toolkit are also part of the plan.
The launch of SAFE-T aligns with the UAE's commitment to empowering women and building a future in which they are active participants in shaping and leading digital transformation.
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