The Dubai Women Establishment (DWE) has announced the official partners for the second edition of the Emirati Women’s Forum 2026, set to take place on August 27 at Madinat Jumeirah. The event, held under the patronage of Her Highness Sheikha Manal bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, President of the UAE Gender Balance Council and President of DWE, coincides with the nation’s Emirati Women’s Day celebrations, themed “We Emerge Stronger and Better.”
Registration is now open for attendees who wish to participate in panel discussions and activations, accessible through the official forum portal.
A Collaborative Vision for Empowerment
The forum represents a strategic collaboration between DWE and a diverse range of government, semi-government, and private-sector organizations. These partnerships underscore a unified commitment to fostering an environment where women can thrive across industries and disciplines, ultimately strengthening the UAE’s global competitiveness.
Organizers have positioned the forum as a platform to spotlight Emirati women’s contributions to comprehensive national development, particularly in specialized and future-focused fields. Senior officials, decision-makers, and business leaders will gather for workshops and discussions examining policies and initiatives that support the UAE’s long-term vision.
Key Partners and Their Roles
The partnership structure reflects a multi-sectoral approach to women’s empowerment:
- Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) – Strategic Partner
- Dubai Culture and Arts Authority – Cultural Partner
- Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) – Key Partner
- Dubai Municipality – Key Partner
- DIB – Key Partner
- Dubai Media Incorporated – Media Partner
- Dubai Multi Commodities Centre (DMCC) and Dubai Business Women Council – Supporting Partners
- Hills Advertising – Advertising Partner
Voices from the Partnership
His Excellency Mattar Al Tayer, Director General and Chairman of the Board of Executive Directors of RTA, emphasized that the Authority’s involvement reflects its dedication to national initiatives highlighting Emirati women’s achievements. He noted the forum provides a vital space for dialogue, knowledge exchange, and inspiring success stories that demonstrate women’s expanding role in the UAE’s development.
“Guided by the vision of the UAE leadership and the continued support of Her Highness Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak, the ‘Mother of the Nation’, Emirati women have demonstrated their ability to excel and assume responsibility across diverse sectors,” Al Tayer said, pointing to contributions in government, economic development, engineering, technology, transport, infrastructure, sustainability, and innovation.
His Excellency Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD and CEO of DEWA, highlighted the forum’s significance during the “Year of the Family,” acknowledging the leadership’s sustained efforts to empower women. He reaffirmed DEWA’s commitment to creating supportive workplaces that enable women to balance professional and family responsibilities while developing their skills.
His Excellency Eng. Marwan Ahmed bin Ghalita, Director General of Dubai Municipality, described the forum as a leading platform for advancing women’s empowerment and showcasing the impact of policies founded on equal opportunity and genuine social partnership. He emphasized that Emirati women have achieved success across political, economic, and social fields as a result of the leadership’s forward-looking vision.
Looking Ahead
The Emirati Women’s Forum 2026 builds on a growing momentum across the UAE to accelerate women’s participation in leadership roles and future-focused sectors. As these public-private partnerships deepen, they signal a sustained investment in female talent that positions the UAE as a global model for gender balance and inclusive development. For those interested in attending, registration remains open through the official forum website.