Sheikha Fatima sponsors the launch of a program to qualify national cadres in the field of women’s and girls’ rights

Under the patronage of Her Highness Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak, “Mother of the Emirates”, President of the General Women’s Union, President of the Supreme Council for Motherhood and Childhood, and Supreme Chairwoman of the Family Development Foundation, the General Women’s Union and the Permanent Committee for Human Rights launched the National Program to qualify national cadres in the field of women’s and girls’ rights, and provide them with With the skills and knowledge necessary to be ambassadors in defending the rights of women and girls and enhancing community awareness about this important aspect.

Her Highness Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak, “Mother of the Emirates,” said that human rights in the United Arab Emirates were based on principles rooted in society, such as tolerance, compassion, acceptance of others, and coexistence. The human rights file also received the support and care of the leadership since the establishment of the Union and in line with the vision of the late founding leader. His Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, may God have mercy on him, believed that the true spirit that drives progress is the human spirit..

Her Highness added that the wise leadership of the UAE, headed by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the State, may God protect him, continued to move steadily on this established approach, and mobilized efforts to implement the goals of development and prosperity and protect human dignity as basic pillars of sustainable development, and thus the country was able The UAE is consolidating its position in the region and the world as a safe, stable and prosperous country, and home to more than 200 nationalities living in a framework of mutual respect and positive openness..

Her Highness said: “The national program for qualifying national cadres in the field of women’s and girls’ rights comes as a continuation of the great efforts made by the UAE to empower women, and an affirmation of their status and contribution to achieving the UAE’s vision and shaping a pioneering future for the country in various fields of life.”“.

The program works to enhance participants’ skills on women’s and girls’ rights, through comprehensive training courses organized by the General Women’s Union and the Permanent Committee for Human Rights..

His Excellency Dr. Anwar bin Mohammed Gargash, Diplomatic Advisor to His Highness the President of the State, stressed that human rights in the UAE are based on solid foundations stemming from the true Islamic religion and Emirati values, and have been strengthened and framed in the texts of the Constitution and relevant laws in a manner consistent with international legislation and standards. So that it guarantees in its entirety human rights and freedoms.

He added that the UAE has placed interest in women and preserving their rights among national priorities, which has contributed to consolidating the country’s position and reputation to become a leading model in promoting women’s rights and empowering them in various fields, which represents a practical embodiment of human rights principles that guarantee equality and justice without discrimination, as The state has worked to establish an environment supportive of women and consistent with universal human rights.

He extends his sincere thanks and appreciation to Her Highness Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak, “Mother of the Emirates”, for her continuous efforts to support and empower women, and to launch initiatives and programs that take into account their needs, preserve their rights and take care of their interests, including the national program for qualifying national cadres in the field of women’s and girls’ rights..

Her Excellency Noura Al Suwaidi, Secretary General of the General Women’s Union, said that the wise leadership of the state, since the establishment of the UAE, has placed the human being at the heart of the state’s strategies, policies and development initiatives, in addition to adopting the values ​​of tolerance, justice and equality, with a constant effort to develop policies and legislation aimed at protecting the rights of all individuals. Within Emirati society, the country has become a unique humanitarian model.

She stressed that the national program for qualifying national cadres in the field of women’s and girls’ rights comes as a strategic step to strengthen the efforts of the United Arab Emirates in the field of empowering women and consolidating their rights as an integral part of the country’s ambitious vision to promote gender equality and apply best practices in the field of human rights, which Within its framework, the first Emirati national team specialized in the field of women’s and girls’ rights will be formed, the capabilities of national cadres in this field will be strengthened, the culture of women’s rights will be spread, the concept of social responsibility will be enhanced, and members will be involved in spreading awareness, in a way that supports the goals of sustainable development and equality. Gender equality and the empowerment of all women and girls.

Engineer Ghalia Al Mannai, Head of Strategic and Development Affairs at the General Women’s Union, explained that the national program for qualifying national cadres in the field of women’s and girls’ rights will be implemented in all the emirates of the country, and that the time plan for the first batch will include two main phases, the first focusing on training and qualifying 70 experts from the emirates of the country. With the participation of 30 parties, while the second includes efforts to spread awareness, as 35 awareness workshops will be organized targeting all segments of society.

She added that the mechanism for implementing the program includes organizing training programs that provide members with advanced skills on the rights of women and girls, providing training content that reflects the latest developments and laws related to the subject, organizing workshops in cooperation with trained members, producing and disseminating digital awareness materials, and measuring the impact of workshops and bulletins through questionnaires and follow-up..