Abu dhabi: Under the patronage of H.H. Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak, Mother of the Nation, Chairwoman of the General Women's Union (GWU), President of the Supreme Council for Motherhood and Childhood, and Supreme Chairwoman of the Family Development Foundation (FDF), and in partnership with the General Women's Union and the Supreme Council for Motherhood and Childhood, PureHealth has announced the onboarding of the Emirati Women Chapter's (EWC) 2026 cohort. The event welcomed 120 participants during a ceremony held at Yas Marina in Abu Dhabi.
According to Emirates News Agency, the onboarding event was attended by distinguished leaders, including Sheikha Moza bint Khalifa bin Mohammed Al Nahyan, Ambassador of Elderly Initiatives at PureHealth; Dr Fatima Al Kaabi, Director-General of the Emirates Drug Establishment; and Hind Alghseen, Executive Advisor to the President and CEO of Frontier25 representing the Founder and Director of Aurora50, Sheikha Shamma bint Sultan bin Khalifa Al Nahyan. Their presence underscored the UAE's continued commitment to empowering women as key contributors to social impact and national development.
EWC's third cohort reflects growth of more than 94 per cent compared to last year, highlighting rising demand for the programme and growing confidence in its impact, with 75 per cent of participants representing external entities and more than 25 organisations taking part. Over the next nine months, participants will be immersed in a structured programme combining personal coaching, mentorship, and interactive learning, equipping them with the skills and insights to drive meaningful change in their communities and beyond.
Noura Al Suwaidi, Secretary-General of the General Women's Union, stated that the Emirati Women Chapter embodies the vision of H.H. Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak to invest in women's capabilities and strengthen their presence across various fields of work and development. Al Suwaidi emphasized the importance of providing high-quality opportunities that strengthen leadership skills and support professional aspirations, contributing to national development and stronger families and communities.
Al Rym Abdullah Al Falasi, Secretary-General of the Supreme Council for Motherhood and Childhood, acknowledged the achievements of Emirati women across sectors and their leadership roles contributing to the UAE's progress. The programme plays an important role in developing participants' capabilities by enabling them to work with accomplished female leaders, building expertise and confidence.
Shaista Asif, Group Chief Executive Officer of PureHealth, highlighted the national commitment to advancing women as leaders of progress and pillars of family strength, guided by the vision of H.H. Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak. The new cohort represents professionals from a wide range of public, private, and social sector organisations, reflecting the programme's expanding reach and cross-sector engagement.
Since its launch in 2024, the Emirati Women Chapter has become a growing national platform that empowers women across sectors through mentorship, leadership development, and community-driven initiatives, advancing women's leadership and sustainable social impact across the UAE.