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Ajman University Hosts Inaugural Family
Society Conference To Address Digital
Transformation And Its Impact On Families

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(MENAFN- Mid-East Info) 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
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