The theme of Emirati Women’s Day 2018 - "Women on the Course of Zayed."
In her speech on International Women’s Day, H.H Sheikha Fatima said the goal of Emirati Women’s Day is to highlight the accomplishments of women and honour them for their efforts and perseverance in achieving their goals, which will empower them in all professional and technical sectors and enable them to continue their success with confidence.
She added that the achievements of Emirati women are due to the efforts of the country’s founder and the creator of its advancement, the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, to support and empower women, as well as those of the wise leadership, led by President His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, and the Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, and His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces, and Their Highnesses Supreme Council Members and Rulers of the Emirates, who harnessed the capabilities of women and enabled them to reach their potential.
Sheikha Fatima congratulated all women from around the world and every woman in the UAE while expressing her hope that they can all live in safety and have the necessary protection and care for themselves and their children.
