The UAE is celebrating its tenth Emirati Women’s Day on August 28th, 2025. And as it pauses to celebrate the day with a slew of offers and sharing stories about inspiring women, it’s important to talk about the theme this year. Yes, this year it is being celebrated under the banner, ‘Hand in Hand, We Celebrate 50 Years.’ But the next question that arises is, why is this day celebrated in August? Answering all these questions and more, here’s all you need to know about this day!
Emirati Women’s Day To Be Celebrated Under A New Theme
As the UAE celebrates Emirati Women’s Day on August 28, it’s worth noting that this is the tenth year. It is being celebrated this year under the theme ‘Hand in Hand, We Celebrate 50 Years,’ which was unveiled by Her Highness Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak, who is regarded as the Mother of the Nation. The day is celebrated to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the General Women’s Union, which was established in 1975. Moreover, it also aligns with the broad initiative of 2025, which has been established as the year of community.
What Is Emirati Women’s Day?
Those who are wondering, Emirati Women’s Day is a special day when the UAE celebrates women in the community. It has been celebrated for ten years to recognise and support women and to show how they are valued in society, helping to make it better. Every year, the day is focused on a new theme. But before talking about this serious thing, it’s important to shed light on the day’s significance and its history.
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Significance Of This Day
It was in 2015 that the Emirati Women’s Day was started by Her Highness Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak Al Ketbi. Known as the Mother of the Nation, she believes that women are very important in different areas of life. And this day is special as it ensures and also achieves their goals. Keeping up with this tradition, every year the day is celebrated under a new theme, and this year is no different.
Yes, you can celebrate Emirati Women’s Day with your girls by going out for an exclusive lunch or maybe indulging in some fantastic deals that are being offered by restaurants. Another great way to do so is by making the woman in your life feel special. From personalised gifts and flowers to some pretty trinkets, you can show your love for them by gifting them these exquisite items. We are sure they will appreciate the same.
So, as a nation gets to celebrate the vision, residence, and achievement of women from all walks of life, go ahead and show appreciation to the women in your life as well.
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