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ABU DHABI (ALETIHAD)
Armed with unlimited support from the UAE’s visionary leadership, Emirati women have achieved remarkable successes in a broad spectrum of sectors. From boardrooms to space science, they have excelled in all fields of national work and have contributed effectively to all development plans.
This flourishing reality experienced by Emirati women is the fruit of a progressive empowerment strategy adopted by the state to build the capacities of Emirati women, removing obstacles to their participation in all fields, making them active and pioneering contributors in the nation's progress.
Unlimited Support from Visionary Leadership
Empowering women and providing all opportunities for success and excellence for the nation's women top the priorities of the nation’s visionary leadership.
Emirati women receive unlimited support from Her Highness Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak, the Mother of the Nation, Chairwoman of the General Women's Union (GWU), President of the Supreme Council for Motherhood and Childhood, and Supreme Chairwoman of the Family Development Foundation (FDF).
This support enables them to unleash their creativity in education, work, and various fields of national development, achieving unprecedented accomplishments admired by the world.
Al Matrooshi Receives Space Badge
A noteworthy achievement in this regard is Emirati women’s participation in the nation’s space programme, making a significant leap in women’s empowerment in the region.
Emirati astronaut Nora Al Matrooshi preceded women in the region and recently earned the title of the first Arab woman to receive the Space Badge from NASA, symbolising her readiness for space missions and contributions to future explorations. This remarkable step followed advanced training that began in January 2022.
Partners in Sustainable Development
The UAE’s women empowerment strategy aims to build the capacities of Emirati women, making them valuable contributors in the nation’s sustainable development journey. It also envisages enabling them to occupy their rightful place, serving as an inspiring model in all local, regional, and international forums, reflecting the capabilities, skills, and aspirations of Emirati women.
Remarkably in 2014, the UAE ranked first in the world for treating women with respect on the Social Progress Index.
Impressive Achievements of Emirati Women:
- 50% of members in the Federal National Council
- 45% of the workforce in the space sector
- 34% participation rate in the "Hope Probe" project
- 80% of the scientific team for the probe
- 20% of employees in the Emirates Nuclear Energy Corporation
- 10% of workers at Barakah Nuclear Power Plant site
- 86% of the workforce in Strata Manufacturing PJSC
- 46.6% of the total workforce
- 66% of public sector jobs
- 30% of decision-making positions
- 40% of jobs in the education sector
- 35% of workers in the healthcare sector
- 20% of jobs in social affairs
- 15% in technical and academic roles
- 70% of university graduates
- 23,000 businesswomen managing giant investments
