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Under the Patronage of Humaid bin Rashid Al Nuaimi, Member of the UAE Supreme Council, Ruler
of Ajman, and Chairman of the Board of Trustees of Ajman University

Ajman University Hosts Inaugural Family Society Conference to Address Digital
Transforma�on and its Impact on Families

UAE, April 28, 2025: Under the esteemed patronage of His Highness Sheikh Humaid bin
Rashid Al Nuaimi, Member of the Supreme Council and Ruler of Ajman, Ajman University (AU)
hosted the second edition of the Family and Society Conference, a landmark gathering that
reinforced the University's pivotal role in shaping scholarly discourse around sustainability,
family resilience, and societal development.

Held in the presence of His Excellency Sheikh Salem bin Sultan Al Qassimi, the conference
convened Cabinet Members, deans, leading academics, and distinguished guests. Organized
by the Humanities and Social Sciences Research Centre and the College of Humanities and
Sciences at Ajman University, and in collaboration with the Emirates Association for Social
Development in Ras Al Khaimah, Paris Cité University, and the Tarahum Charity Foundation,
the conference carried the theme “Families Shaping a Sustainable Future,” reflecting Ajman
University’s enduring commitment to advancing knowledge that drives societal
transformation.

The conference featured an extraordinary roster of keynote speakers, reinforcing the
University’s reputation as a hub for intellectual leadership and international collaboration.
Nobel Peace Prize Laureate Dr. Ouidad Bouchamaoui, Professor of Diplomatic Sciences at
NYU Abu Dhabi, delivered a profound address on reimagining sustainability through the
family unit. Professor Dennis Beach of the University of Gothenburg, Sweden, offered critical
insights into educational research and community empowerment. Professor Peta White from
Deakin University, Australia, and Editor-in-Chief of the Conference Special Issue, spoke on
climate change education and the imperative of fostering intergenerational
solidarity. Professor Hilary Bradbury, a leading global authority on action research for
sustainability, contributed a compelling keynote address, challenging institutions and
individuals alike to act as catalysts for sustainable change.

Reflecting on the significance of the conference, Dr. Karim Seghir, Chancellor of Ajman
University, stated: “We are proud to host the second edition of the Family and Society
Conference, providing a vital platform for dialogue and collaboration around preserving
family values in an evolving world. This conference reaffirms our mission as a non-profit
institution to champion interdisciplinary research that addresses pressing societal challenges
and drives lasting impact. In an age of rapid digital transformation, it is crucial to bring
together thought leaders from across disciplines and regions to advance collective
understanding and solutions. Through this initiative, we strengthen our commitment to
academic excellence, social responsibility, and the advancement of family studies as a
cornerstone of sustainable development.”