The UAE has a long record of empowering women

His Excellency Dr. Omar Habtoor Al Darei, Chairman of the General Authority of Islamic Affairs, Endowments and Zakat, affirmed that the UAE has a long record on women’s empowerment since the days of the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, “may God rest in peace”, who believed in the capabilities of women and, with the support of Rafiqa, was trained by Her Highness Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak, “Mother of the UAE”, President of the General Women’s Union, Supreme Council for Motherhood and Child, and Supreme Chairperson of the Family Development Foundation..

His Excellency praised the efforts of Emirati women towards empowerment, who serve the nation in various fields, shouldering great responsibilities, making their role bright and having a visible impact..

This was in his speech at the opening ceremony of the 35th International Conference of the Supreme Council of Islamic Affairs in Cairo, entitled “The Role of Women in Raising Awareness”.“.

In her speech titled “Awareness is at the core of national security”, Dr. Dalai stressed that women are a bulwark against extremist ideologies and they play a vital role in transmitting national identity from generation to generation and promoting values ​​of moderation, tolerance and education..

He pointed out that women, as the first school, are the foundation of education and morality and they are targeted by extremist groups because of their strength and determination..

Dr. Al-Darai explained that the awareness of cultural specificities and the adherence to national identity are conscious and responsible guarantees from generation to generation, stressing that women are the most deserving of this role..

He stressed the importance of addressing issues such as women’s education, work, and employment, called on institutions to take a civilized and rigorous stance to face the suspicions associated with these issues, and warned of the dangers of social media platforms and the digital world that facilitate uncensored content for women..

He called for a renewal of religious discourse and for a wider field for women’s participation in the field..

Dari concluded by calling on Arab religious institutions to establish partnerships with families and community institutions to achieve common goals and spread successful experiences..