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7/23/24, 11:46 AM Ministry of State for Federal National Council Affairs organises interactive session promoting political participation among Emirati …
segments of society in the UAE. The session covered various aspects that emphasise the significance of
active political participation, introduced participants to the Federal National Council's achievements, and
promoted the concepts of good citizenship, strong national loyalty, and dedication to wise leadership.

The discussion featured participation from Federal National Council members Hashima Yasser Al-Afari

and Aisha Khamis Al Dhanhani, moderated by Ahlam Said Al-Lamki, Director of the Department of
Research and Development at the General Women's Union. The discussion focused on the importance
of women’s political participation and the role of the General Women’s Union in nurturing this culture
among national women, thereby contributing to the future of parliamentary life in the UAE. The

outstanding experience of the two members of the Council at the fifth session of the 2023 elections of the
Federal National Council and the achievements of Emirati women in the parliamentary life of the country
were also discussed.

Hashima Yasser Al-Afari and Aisha Khamis Al Dhanhani shared aspects of their personal experiences
from the fifth edition of the Federal National Council elections, focusing on the motivations behind their

parliamentary involvement, and the challenges and success factors in their electoral campaigns. They
also highlighted their achievements within the Federal National Council. The session served as an
awareness-raising platform, emphasising the critical role played by women parliamentary staff in

discussing issues of concern to various segments of the community, particularly women. The duo also
shared the key skills that should be developed to enhance the prospects for success for those aspiring to
participate in parliamentary life.

Additionally, Ahlam Al-Lamki highlighted the role of the General Women’s Union in encouraging Emirati
women to engage in parliamentary activities, in cooperation with strategic partners, including the

Ministry of State for Federal National Council Affairs which serves as the National Elections Committee.
The Ministry is responsible for supervising all operational matters of the Committee, including
administrational, financial, and technical functions. As the session concluded, Al-Lamki reiterated the
commitment of the General Women's Union to advance its efforts and initiatives to aid in the

enhancement of the role of Emirati women in political life, establishing political empowerment of women
as a fundamental pillar of the vision of the Emirati Union and a key focus of its strategies.

The Ministry of State for Federal National Council Affairs is dedicated to implementing the political
empowerment program. Through various initiatives, they aim to prepare more engaging and influential
citizens, familiarise individuals with the workings of parliamentary life, and highlight the significance of

the Federal National Council's legislative and auditory functions in serving the country and fulfilling the
aspirations of its citizens. Furthermore, these initiatives seek to support national strategies and visions
that bolster the country's leadership across different sectors.

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