ABU DHABI, 6 September 2022 (WAM) — Her Highness Sheikh Ha Fatima bint Mubarak, Chairman of the General Women’s Union (GWU), Chairman of the Supreme Council for Motherhood and Children and Chairman of the Family Development Foundation, Dr Simbahaus, Executive Director of UN Women, thanked the well-established strategic relationship between the UAE and UN Women and their joint efforts to build a better future for women in the UAE and around the world. increase.
“Women are the pillars of a thriving civilization, women are the pillars of a thriving civilization, central to creating a peaceful, prosperous and sustainable world,” Her Highness Sheikh Fatima said in a phone call.
Meanwhile, Dr. Bahaus expressed his wishes for the success of the International Conference on Women, Peace and Security to be held in Abu Dhabi, the capital of the UAE from 8-10 September. It is organized by the General Women’s Union in collaboration with the Ministry of Defense, Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, UN Women and the Arab League.
“The Commission is proud to participate in such an important forum, where the world comes together under one umbrella and is in line with the UN’s efforts to promote gender equality in all areas, especially peace and security. I think,” she added.
The phone calls touched on common concerns and discussed the paths of cooperation towards gender equality and women’s empowerment, as well as issues of mutual interest.
UN Women Executive Director acknowledged Sheika Fatima’s impact on the position of Emirati Women, empowering Emirati Women to take a leading role in community service through the strategies and programs presented by the General Federation of Women. Thank you for your efforts.
She also appreciated Sheikh Fatima’s role and her sponsorship of the many programs, initiatives, and development plans to advocate for women around the world, and expressed her gratitude to Sheikh Fatima, especially in various aspects of women’s lives. It has given her regional and international acclaim for her sincere efforts to advance the presence of women. Areas of peace and security.
Dr Bahous emphasized UN Women’s commitment to deepen cooperation, achieve gender equality and continue to implement the UN’s fifth Sustainable Development Goal of empowering all women and girls.
