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3/10/25, 11:15 AM Statement by H.E. Ali Salem Al Kaabi, Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Family Development Foundation on International …
constant support offered by late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan during his reign, who paved the way to achieve
unconditional success.

On the occasion of International Women’s Day, His Excellency said: “Under the guidance of Her Highness Sheikha

Fatima bint Mubarak, ‘Mother of the Nation,’ Chairwoman of the General Women’s Union, Supreme Chairwoman of
the Family Development Foundation, and President of the Supreme Council for Motherhood and Childhood, the pioneer

of the women’s empowerment journey, and the symbol of giving and inspiration, Emirati daughters have achieved
exceptional success locally, regionally and globally. Her Highness’s robust ambition and initiatives have empowered

daughters of the Emirates to become strong contributors towards developing and creating a prosperous society, and have
become shining lights that attained pride and honour globally. They have set exceptional examples of strength,

determination and creativity in various fields.”

H.E. Al Kaabi, further highlighted that the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan sought to end all forms of
discrimination against women and girls, eliminate all forms of violence against them, ensure Emirati women’s active
participation in the society by providing equal opportunities, encouraging them to lead and enhancing their societal

empowerment by implementing policies and laws that foster gender equality across diverse sectors.

H.E. Al Kaabi stated that International Women’s Day is a significant event that honours the status, role and contribution
of women to human civilisation, as well as their efforts in country’s renaissance and nurturing future generations. H.E.

lauded the government’s efforts to empower Emirati women and the outcomes we are witnessing today, which have led
to significant advancements in women’s participation in diverse fields and have consistently put them at the forefront

with their talents and energies that they have harnessed for the well-being of the nation and society.

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