The second edition of the Emirati Women\u2019s Forum 2026 officially launched today in Madinat Jumeirah, Dubai, organized by the Dubai Women Establishment under the theme \u201cWe Show Up Stronger and Better,\u201d as part of Dubai\u2019s celebrations marking Emirati Women\u2019s Day.<\/p>\n
The forum is held under the patronage of Her Highness Sheikha Manal bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, wife of His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister and Chairman of the Presidential Court, and Chairperson of the UAE Gender Balance Council and President of the Dubai Women Establishment.<\/p>\n
The forum serves as Dubai\u2019s main official event celebrating Emirati Women\u2019s Day, bringing together a distinguished group of ministers, senior officials, representatives of government and semi-government entities, and private sector leaders for a series of discussions and workshops highlighting the achievements and growing role of Emirati women across different sectors.<\/p>\n
The Emirati Women\u2019s Forum 2026 features the participation of several ministers, senior officials from government departments and semi-government entities, as well as leaders from the private sector, who are taking part as keynote speakers across the forum\u2019s panel discussions and workshops.<\/p>\n
This broad participation adds significant momentum to the event by creating an opportunity to exchange ideas and experiences while highlighting successful models and initiatives that have contributed to strengthening the presence of Emirati women and supporting their participation in different areas of work and development.<\/p>\n
The strong presence of these institutions also reflects the advanced position Emirati women hold in the UAE and the continued commitment to empowering them and expanding their opportunities across key and future-focused sectors.<\/p>\n
The forum\u2019s agenda includes seven main and interactive sessions, in addition to six workshops focusing on the contributions of Emirati women across a wide range of sectors. The program also highlights successful institutional practices and pioneering initiatives that have supported women\u2019s professional and social progress.<\/p>\n
The sessions address a number of topics related to women\u2019s role in development, while the workshops provide a practical space for exchanging knowledge and expertise and exploring successful experiences that can be built upon to achieve further progress in the coming period.<\/p>\n
The program also includes a variety of activities marking Emirati Women\u2019s Day and reflecting the appreciation for the achievements and contributions women have made in serving both society and the nation.<\/p>\n
The forum provides an important occasion to celebrate Emirati women and the remarkable achievements they have accomplished at the local, regional, and international levels, particularly as their presence continues to grow across different sectors and their contribution to the UAE\u2019s comprehensive development becomes increasingly significant.<\/p>\n
The forum\u2019s activities showcase successful examples and initiatives that reflect the capabilities and competence of Emirati women, while also highlighting the policies and institutional practices that have supported their progress and enabled them to play influential roles in society, the economy, and the workplace.<\/p>\n
The celebration of Emirati Women\u2019s Day reflects the country\u2019s continued appreciation for their contributions and reinforces their position as key partners in development and in shaping the future.<\/p>\n
The Emirati Women\u2019s Forum 2026 in Dubai serves as a platform for dialogue on the journey of Emirati women and the future opportunities available to them, bringing together officials, experts, and representatives from multiple sectors under one roof.<\/p>\n
The forum helps highlight successful experiences and encourages the exchange of best practices and institutional policies, while also showcasing initiatives designed to support the continued advancement of Emirati women and expand their presence across different fields.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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