The American University of Sharjah (AUS) is partnering with NAMA Women Advancement Establishment (NAMA) to launch “Her Highness Sheikha Jawaher bint Mohammed Al Qasimi Chair in Women’s Leadership.” This AED 15 million grant is the first-ever endowed chair focused on women’s leadership and development in the UAE and funded by NAMA.
According to the parties, it will provide an “enabling environment” for women to access knowledge, services, support systems and resources through a development network that “fosters a future where women are recognized and celebrated as equal contributors to society.”
“Women will always be a valuable asset in their society, worthy of investment. When we pledged to support and empower female students and researchers around the world, we held great confidence in the exceptional women who are passionate about giving back to their communities,” said Her Highness Sheikha Jawaher bint Mohammed Al Qasimi.
“This partnership with AUS marks another milestone in Sharjah’s path towards advancing women in the educational field. We will continue to promote initiatives that raise awareness about the benefits of education for women and persist in building and advancing research facilities,” she added.
AUS President Sheikha Bodour Al Qasimi said the initiative has the potential to “empower and inspire generations of women leaders.”
“AUS is committed to building an inclusive environment where women excel, and this chair is a powerful expression of that commitment, driving research, education, and outreach that will elevate the status of women in UAE and beyond,” commented the AUS President.
