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Ministry of State for Federal National

Council Affairs organises panel

discussion on Emirati women’s political

participation culture

July 17, 2024 9

Abu Dhabi, July, 2024: As part of its ongoing endeavour to promote awareness about
parliamentary life and develop political participation among all sections of society, particularly
women, the Ministry of State for Federal National Council Affairs, in collaboration with the

General Women’s Union, will organise a panel discussion on women’s political participation
culture titled ‘Political Empowerment Dialogue.’ The event will take place at the headquarters of

the General Women’s Union.

This session fulfills the strategic objective of the Ministry of State for Federal National Council
Affairs to nurture a culture of political participation among the Emirati citizens and to build on

the achievements of the country’s five decade long parliamentary career. This is to achieve
citizens’ aspirations and contribute to the objectives of national visions and strategies,
reinforcing the country’s leadership in various fields and sectors.

The panel discussion will feature members of the Federal National Council, including Her

Excellency Hashima Yasser Al-Afari and Her Excellency Aisha Khamis Al Dhanhani, who will
share their unique experiences from the fifth session of the 2023 Federal National Council

elections and highlight the accomplishments of Emirati women in parliamentary life in the
country. Joining the panel will be Prof. Ahlam Al-Lamki, Head of the Research and Development

Department at the General Women’s Union, who will discuss the importance of women’s
political engagement and the pivotal role of the General Women’s Union in fostering a culture

of active participation among Emirati women in shaping the future of parliamentary life in the
country.

H.E. Tariq Hilal Lootah, Undersecretary of Ministry of State for Federal National Council, said:
“Organising this panel discussion exemplifies our strategic partnership and constructive

collaboration with the General Women’s Union, reinforcing our ongoing commitment to
empowering Emirati women and enhancing their involvement across various sectors, especially

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