The UAE ranks first among Arab countries in the advancement towards bridging the gender gap and striving for gender equality as globally the time estimated to close the gender gap has increased by a generation -- from 99.5 to 135.6 years, according to the World Economic Forum.
Sustainable Development Goal 5 (SDG 5) seeks to achieve gender equality and empower all women and girls. In the United Arab Emirates (UAE), including Abu Dhabi, significant strides have been made towards promoting gender equality, and educational institutions like Abu Dhabi University (ADU) are essential in advancing this goal:
Gender-Inclusive Policies: The UAE government has implemented various policies and initiatives to promote gender equality, including women's participation in leadership roles and economic activities.
Equal Access to Education: Girls and women in the UAE have equal access to quality education at all levels, fostering their personal and professional development.
Women in the Workforce: The UAE encourages women's participation in the workforce and provides support for work-life balance, maternity leave, and career development.
Gender-Inclusive Education: ADU promotes gender-inclusive education by ensuring that both men and women have equal access to academic programs, scholarships, and extracurricular activities.
Empowering Female Leadership: The university may actively support and encourage female leadership among its students and staff, providing opportunities for women to excel in various roles.
Gender Studies Programs: ADU may offer gender studies programs that explore issues related to gender equality, empowering students with a deeper understanding of these issues.
Women's Empowerment Initiatives: The university can organize workshops, seminars, and events that focus on women's empowerment, leadership, and career development.
Supportive Environment: ADU fosters a supportive and inclusive environment where women feel encouraged to express themselves, pursue their passions, and excel academically and professionally.
Research on Gender Issues: ADU's researchers and faculty members may engage in research projects that address gender-related challenges, contributing to knowledge and advocacy in this area.
Community Outreach: The university actively engages with the community to promote gender equality, working with local organizations and government agencies to support initiatives related to women's rights and empowerment.
By actively promoting gender equality within its campus and community, ADU contributes significantly to advancing SDG 5 in the UAE. The university's commitment aligns with the nation's vision of ensuring that women and girls have equal opportunities for education, leadership, and participation in all aspects of society, ultimately contributing to the empowerment and well-being of women and girls in the UAE.
Congratulations to Dana Mohamed Ali, Hala Nawaf Alhalah, and Enaam Mohamed Hassan Ahmed, Architecture students in ADU’s College of Engineering, Al Ain. They tied for first place in the first edition of the Diversity Equity Inclusion Inter-University Competition 2022, organized by Gensler ME. Competing in teams with students from AUD, Heriot-Watt, DIDI, and Ajman University, they developed concepts that will now be manufactured and displayed within the Alserkal Space in Dubai in May 2022.
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Congratulations to all the Emirati women across our great nation on their special day! This year's theme is 'We Collaborate for Tomorrow,' chosen to align with 2023 as the 'Year of Sustainability' and highlighting the UAE's commitment to finding innovative solutions to sustainability challenges *with the support of our Emirati women who have made significant contributions in various fields.
I always hear people around me asking the same questions: What if I had done this thing instead of that thing?
Taken that path instead of whatever path I'm already on, and it's natural to wonder, right?
Under the slogan 'Sustainability is an integral part of the UAE's approach and heritage of the founder,' Abu Dhabi University, represented by the Tolerance Club, participated in the annual' Tolerance Without Borders' forum under the patronage and participation of His Highness Sheikh Nahyan Mubarak Al Nahyan, the Minister of Tolerance and Coexistence.
My name is Lina Saad El-Din, and I am an ADU Public Health alumna. During my four years of study in the College of Health Sciences, I worked as a volunteer in many activities and events and gained experience as a statistics assistant.
The inspiring stories of our alumni succeeding in leading national and multinational companies never cease to amaze us. Meet Sara Yousef, an ADU Public Health alumna - College of Health Sciences, who talks about her experience at ADU and why she chose to study here. Tell us why you decided to study at ADU so we can share your success story, too.
Ayesha’s journey began with a solid educational foundation. She holds a master's degree in Private Law and a bachelor's degree in law, both from Abu Dhabi University. Ayesha's skills are versatile. She completed a Female Entrepreneurship Program at Harris Manchester College, University of Oxford, in 2018, demonstrating her entrepreneurial mindset. Her keenness for human rights is evident as she completed a training course in Human Rights Mechanism in 2014.
Abu Dhabi University is committed to becoming the best institution of its kind in the region. We are a private, multi-campus university committed to meeting the education, skills and knowledge needs in the United Arab Emirates and neighbouring countries through qualifications and standards that are respected across the world.
Sustained economic growth cannot be achieved without social inclusion as the whole of society has a role to play in the development of a country. Federal Law No. 13 of 1972 and its amendments by the law (No.2) in 2001 was issued by the Ministry of Community Development.
Sustained economic growth cannot be achieved without social inclusion as the whole of society has a role to play in the development of a country. Federal Law No. 13 of 1972 and its amendments by the law (No.2) in 2001 was issued by the Ministry of Community Development.
(MOCD) as the first law to provide social benefits to members of the community to ensure and sustain the high quality of living for all UAE citizens. The Ministry continues to work today on enhancing social inclusion for all members of society where social benefits are extended to cover twenty-one segments of the community.
The UAE government has a future vision to change the culture of social support from the current ‘social welfare’ model to ‘sustainable social development’ that encourages independence and growth of families across the UAE.
ADU is determined to overcome all challenges that ADU and our students might face as a result of the poverty. We continue to be dedicated to empowering and inspiring outstanding students to pursue their goals. Our scholarships and financial aid programs are available to all students who want to fund their academic programmes. We consider it our duty to provide equal opportunities to students interested in pursuing higher education, enabling them to contribute to society regardless of their financial situation.
In additional to financial aid, ADU scholarships are being provided to outstanding students, through seven main categories, including the Sheikh Hamdan Bin Zayed Scholarship, the President’s Scholarship, the University Scholarship, the Academic Scholarship, the Athletic Scholarship, the Alumni Scholarship, and the Family Tuition Waiver.
We take pride in attracting the brightest students in the UAE and offer them generous support, to excel in their studies. Our Scholarship and Financial Aid programmes are part of ADU’s corporate social responsibility and are influenced by the UAE’s great leadership. ADU is constantly finding pioneering and innovative ways to support and facilitate the needs of our students to help them achieve their academic degree.
Emirates Red Crescent and Abu Dhabi University recently launched the Education Support Campaign in coordination with Abu Dhabi Cooperative Society and Lulu Group International. Through this collaboration, ADU and Emirates Red Crescent will support disadvantaged students in their university studies, providing them with an opportunity for a successful educational journey. The campaign aims to raise 10 million dirhams, and students will benefit from these funds starting 24 November 2021 and for one year. (This activity is licensed by the Department of Community Development – Abu Dhabi, permit number 022).
Abu Dhabi Cooperative Society and Lulu Group International will aid the campaign by facilitating donations through their different points of sale. Community members will show their solidarity by donating valuable aid to students, starting at two dirhams.
Public donations will be accepted via text message through Etisalat and Du. Bank donations can be sent to Sharjah Islamic Bank - account number (11445518006), IBAN (AE350410000011445518006). Individuals can also donate through the link provided on the Emirates Red Crescent website (https://www.emiratesrc.ae/eduadu), with the donations ranging from ten dirhams to 1,000 dirhams.
H.E. Salem Al Rayes Al Ameri, Deputy Secretary-General for Local Affairs at Emirates Red Crescent, said, "Sponsoring students is one of the permanent and continuous programs within the initiatives of the Humanitarian and Development Authority. We continue to witness a high rate of response and generosity from sponsors and benefactors. These donations are considered a true embodiment and reflection of the authority's efforts to invest in empowering individuals and guiding them towards achieving their aspirations and fulfilling their dreams."
Al Ameri added, "The Authority acknowledges the important role it plays in preparing future generations for the responsibilities of tomorrow."
Al Ameri praised the existing cooperation between the Emirates Red Crescent and Abu Dhabi University, which seeks to support education and provide opportunities to disadvantaged students whose family circumstances prevent them from continuing their educational path. The cooperation embodies Abu Dhabi University's commitment to fulfilling its social responsibility, as well as its leading academic role in advancing science and education as the most important pillars of human development in the country. He also praised the role of the Abu Dhabi Cooperative Society and Lulu International Group in supporting the activities of the campaign.
Salem Mubarak Al Dhaheri, Executive Director of Community Relations at Abu Dhabi University, said, "Abu Dhabi University is proud of its strategic partnership with Emirates Red Crescent in launching the Education Support Campaign. The campaign aligns with Abu Dhabi University's mission to support students and allows us to share social responsibilities with the community. We are proud of the continuous cooperation and renewed partnership with Emirates Red Crescent in launching campaigns that carry a noble message and achieve a tangible and real impact on our society."
Al Dhaheri added, "Abu Dhabi University appreciates the role of the Abu Dhabi Cooperative Society, Lulu International Group, and all participating partners in supporting the campaign activities. Investing in our young people and building an educated generation capable of leading the continued development of our country is vital."
Abdul Majeed Al Khouri, the Executive Director of the Abu Dhabi Cooperative Society, commented, "Our participation in the Education Support Campaign confirms the depth of the decades-old relationship between the Abu Dhabi Cooperative Society and Emirates Red Crescent. With God's grace, it has gone beyond humanitarian work and now encompasses sustainability. We are proud of this pioneering partnership. The Abu Dhabi Cooperative Society has always sought to serve the community of the UAE and we continuously contribute to helping and supporting various sectors in Abu Dhabi and the other Emirates."
Al Khoori added, "The initiatives adopted by the Abu Dhabi Cooperative Society reflect our passion towards aiding societal struggles related to education. Abu Dhabi Cooperative Society has initiated partnerships with ministries and governmental institutions, such as the Ministry of Social Affairs and the Emirates Red Crescent, to create opportunities for those who dream of pursuing their educational journey. In the last few years, we doubled our efforts and developed initiatives that will allow us to serve our country and consolidate the concept of social responsibility. We are proud to be part of an institution that provides its students with an environment that values charitable work and social development while simultaneously providing high-quality education and academic qualifications that are respected worldwide."
Mr. Aboobakker TP, Director of LuLu Hypermarkets Abu Dhabi and Al Dhafra region, said, "This initiative embodies the belief and commitment of LuLu Group in the bright future of the UAE and the power of the Emirati youth to shape it."
"Education is one of the strongest building blocks for a nation's future, and LuLu Group is honored to share in raising valuable funding for needy students," he continued. "It empowers Emirati youth to contribute to their best potential and lead the future of the country. It is particularly timely that this campaign comes on the eve of the 50th anniversary of the UAE's nationhood. We at LuLu Group International are proud of our identity as a 'homegrown' UAE brand and see this participation in the 'Let's Support Their Future' campaign as our humble contribution to the nation that gave us so much to build upon."
Abu Dhabi University is committed to becoming the best institution of its kind in the region. We are a private, multi-campus university committed to meeting the education, skills and knowledge needs in the United Arab Emirates and neighbouring countries through qualifications and standards that are respected across the world.