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On Emirati Women's Day, we honor the strength, resilience, and accomplishments of women in the UAE - join us in celebrating their contributions!
Get ready to celebrate the achievements and contributions of Emirati women on August 28th, also known as Emirati Women's Day! This day was officially declared by HH Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak, Chairwoman of the General Women's Union, President of the Supreme Council for Motherhood and Childhood, and Supreme Chairwoman of the Family Development Foundation. It is a day to honor all the remarkable women who have played a vital role in shaping the nation of UAE. From breaking stereotypes to leading in various fields, Emirati women have truly made their mark and this day celebrates their strength, courage, and resilience. Let's join in celebrating these amazing women and all that they stand for!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1971</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>General Women's Union Formation</div><div class='timeline-text'>The General Women's Union was established in the UAE, with Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak as its president, to promote women's rights and participation.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1975</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First Emirati Woman University Graduate</div><div class='timeline-text'>Afra Al Basti became the first Emirati woman to graduate from a university, signifying a breakthrough in women's education in the UAE.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2004</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First Female Government Ministers</div><div class='timeline-text'>Sheikha Lubna Al Qasimi and Mariam Al Roumi became the first women ministers in the UAE cabinet, marking important progress for women's representation in leadership roles.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2006</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Compulsory Women’s Representation</div><div class='timeline-text'>A decree was issued by President Sheikh Khalifa mandating that women must make up 20% of the members of the Federal National Council.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2015</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Inception of Emirati Women's Day</div><div class='timeline-text'>HH Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak officially declared August 28th as Emirati Women's Day, honoring the contribution of Emirati women in the UAE.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Attend an event honoring Emirati women</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Look for events happening in your community that celebrate Emirati Women's Day. Attend one of these events to show your support and learn more about the achievements and contributions of Emirati women.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Read books by Emirati women authors</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Expand your knowledge and understanding of Emirati culture by reading books written by women from the UAE. This is a great way to support and celebrate the literary talents of Emirati women.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Share inspiring stories of Emirati women on social media</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Use your platform on social media to share stories of inspiring Emirati women. This could include female leaders, entrepreneurs, activists, or artists. Use hashtags like #EmiratiWomensDay and #EmpoweredWomen to spread the message of empowerment and equality.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Support local businesses owned by Emirati women</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Shop at and promote businesses owned by Emirati women. This is a great way to support their economic empowerment and celebrate their achievements as business owners.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Host a panel discussion on women's empowerment</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Gather a group of friends or colleagues and host a panel discussion on women's empowerment in the UAE. This can be a great opportunity to learn from each other and discuss ways to continue supporting and empowering Emirati women.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Celebrating the achievements of women in the UAE</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Emirati Women's Day is important because it provides a platform to recognize and celebrate the contributions and accomplishments of Emirati women. It shines a spotlight on their achievements in various fields such as politics, business, education, and more.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Empowering future generations of Emirati women</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>By highlighting the successes of Emirati women, this day inspires and empowers future generations of women in the UAE. It shows them that they too can achieve great things and encourages them to break barriers and pursue their dreams.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Promoting gender equality</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Emirati Women's Day also sheds light on the ongoing efforts towards achieving gender equality in the country. It serves as a reminder that everyone, regardless of their gender, should have equal opportunities to succeed and contribute to society.</p></div></div>
Emirati Womens Day is celebrated on August 28 every year. In 2024 Emirati Womens Day will occur on a Wednesday.
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