'When I see a summit, I smile, I did it': Emirati teen on scaling peaks and setting records
Emirati teen mountaineer Fatima Al Awadhi has a compelling message for young people: it’s never too early to reach out and seize your dreams. A petite powerhouse of energy and spirit, Ms Al Awadhi, 19, has already set several records in scaling the world’s highest peaks. And over the next seven months, the Abu Dhabi resident will take on a new set of intense challenges. She has set her sights on…
Emirati teenager Fatima Al Awadhi, 19, believes it's never too early to pursue one's dreams. A passionate mountaineer, the Abu Dhabi resident has already set several records by scaling the world's highest peaks. Her sights are set on achieving the Explorer's Grand Slam – climbing the highest mountain on each continent and reaching the North and South Pole before she turns 20. She has already accomplished four of the seven summits.
Al Awadhi credits her mountaineering journey for providing her with a sense of purpose during a challenging period in her life, when her father was in a coma. Her trek in Nepal's mountains inspired her to strive for greater achievements. The young climber is determined to inspire others by showing them that they too can push their limits, especially in a supportive environment like the UAE.
Upcoming challenges include scaling Aconcagua in South America, Mount Everest in Asia, and Denali in North America. Al Awadhi hopes her climbs will help her overcome altitude sickness and exhaustion. She maintains that she climbs for a higher purpose, representing the spirit of Emiratis and the youth's potential. Her support from UAE President Sheikh Mohamed has been a significant source of motivation.
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