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Ajman University Hosts Inaugural Family Society Conference to

Address Digital Transformation and its Impact on Families

By PR News Desk 28/04/2025

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.

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