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Emirati Women
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Mariam Mohamed: First Emirati at Miss Universe 2025
Mariam Mohamed has made history as the first Emirati woman to represent the UAE at Miss Universe, competing among 120 contestants at the November 21, 2025 pageant in Thailand. The 26-year-old Sharjah native and fashion student carries a powerful message of empowerment and
25 Nov 2025
Abu Dhabi: 90-Day Paid Maternity Leave for Emirati Women
Abu Dhabi is granting Emirati women in the private sector 90 days of paid maternity leave effective September 1, 2024 — up from 60 days — under the Emirati Family Growth Support Programme, overseen by the Abu Dhabi Social Support Authority.
30 Aug 2024
Etihad Airways Honors Emirati Women in Aviation
On Emirati Women's Day, Etihad Airways celebrated its 20th anniversary by spotlighting Emirati women — who make up 46% of its UAE national workforce — serving as pilots, engineers, cabin crew, and in senior leadership roles across the airline.
29 Aug 2024
Shamma Al Kalbani: First Emirati Woman in ADXC Jiu-Jitsu
Emirati jiu-jitsu star Shamma Al Kalbani, 21, is set to make history as the first Emirati woman to compete at the Abu Dhabi Extreme Championship, heading to ADXC 4 in Paris on May 18, 2024.
11 May 2024