Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak, also known as the Mother of the Nation, holds several key positions in the United Arab Emirates, including Chairwoman of the General Women's Union, President of the Supreme Council for Motherhood and Childhood, and Supreme Chairwoman of the Family Development Foundation.
Recently, the "International Programme for Training Women Trainers in the Arab Region and the World" brought together women participants from 22 countries, targeting female policymakers in cybersecurity, professionals in peace and security initiatives, and women in technical fields aspiring to broaden their skills for roles in cybersecurity policy and cyber diplomacy. The program provided theoretical and hands-on training, equipping women with essential tools and facilitation techniques needed to become trainers and leaders in national cybersecurity governance.
Topics covered during the program included an overview of current cybersecurity threats, implications of AI risks, and guidelines on national resilience strategies involving legal, regulatory, and technical dimensions. Participants also delved into developing national cybersecurity strategies, engaging stakeholders, and understanding the international landscape of cyber diplomacy.
Mohammed Hamad Al-Kuwaiti, Chairman of the UAE Cybersecurity Council, praised the program as a milestone in empowering women in cybersecurity, with credit attributed to the visionary leadership of the UAE and the support of Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak. The event also reviewed ongoing UN discussions on cybersecurity and global standards for state conduct in cyberspace.
Noura Al Suwaidi, Secretary-General of the GWU, highlighted the UAE's significant role in cybersecurity at regional and global levels, emphasizing the importance of empowering women in technology and policy to establish a secure digital environment safeguarding national achievements. The General Women's Union, in collaboration with the International Telecommunication Union and the UAE Cybersecurity Council, concluded a two-day international training program aimed at empowering women in cybersecurity governance and diplomacy at the GWU headquarters.
Overall, the program's success was praised for its contribution to advancing women in cybersecurity, driven by the unwavering support and guidance of Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak.
