emirates7 - The General Women’s Union (GWU), in partnership with the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) and the UAE Cybersecurity Council, recently concluded a two-day international training programme designed to empower women in cybersecurity governance and diplomacy. Held at the GWU headquarters under the patronage of H.H. Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak (Mother of the Nation), the initiative brought together participants from 22 countries across the Arab region and beyond.
The programme, titled the "International Programme for Training Women Trainers in the Arab Region and the World," targeted female policymakers, professionals in peace and security roles, and women in technical fields aiming to transition into leadership positions in cybersecurity policy and cyber diplomacy. It aimed to equip participants with the tools and knowledge to take on key roles in national cybersecurity governance through a combination of theoretical and hands-on training.
Participants explored a range of topics, including the latest cybersecurity threats, the risks associated with AI, and strategies for enhancing national resilience across legal, regulatory, and technical dimensions. They also gained insights into the development of national cybersecurity strategies, stakeholder engagement, and the global landscape of cyber diplomacy, with discussions on international norms and ongoing UN initiatives.
Noura Al Suwaidi, Secretary-General of GWU, emphasized the UAE’s prominent role in cybersecurity on both regional and global levels. She highlighted the importance of empowering women in technology and policy to a secure digital environment that safeguards national achievements, attributing this progress to the visionary leadership of the UAE and the unwavering support of H.H. Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak.
Dr. Mohammed Hamad Al-Kuwaiti, Chairman of the UAE Cybersecurity Council, praised the programme as a significant milestone in the mission to empower women in cybersecurity. He expressed gratitude to H.H. Sheikha Fatima for her continued guidance, which has been instrumental in driving advancements in this critical field. The programme reflects a shared commitment to fostering women’s leadership in cybersecurity, strengthening global efforts to inclusive and resilient digital ecosystems.
The programme, titled the "International Programme for Training Women Trainers in the Arab Region and the World," targeted female policymakers, professionals in peace and security roles, and women in technical fields aiming to transition into leadership positions in cybersecurity policy and cyber diplomacy. It aimed to equip participants with the tools and knowledge to take on key roles in national cybersecurity governance through a combination of theoretical and hands-on training.
Participants explored a range of topics, including the latest cybersecurity threats, the risks associated with AI, and strategies for enhancing national resilience across legal, regulatory, and technical dimensions. They also gained insights into the development of national cybersecurity strategies, stakeholder engagement, and the global landscape of cyber diplomacy, with discussions on international norms and ongoing UN initiatives.
Noura Al Suwaidi, Secretary-General of GWU, emphasized the UAE’s prominent role in cybersecurity on both regional and global levels. She highlighted the importance of empowering women in technology and policy to a secure digital environment that safeguards national achievements, attributing this progress to the visionary leadership of the UAE and the unwavering support of H.H. Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak.
Dr. Mohammed Hamad Al-Kuwaiti, Chairman of the UAE Cybersecurity Council, praised the programme as a significant milestone in the mission to empower women in cybersecurity. He expressed gratitude to H.H. Sheikha Fatima for her continued guidance, which has been instrumental in driving advancements in this critical field. The programme reflects a shared commitment to fostering women’s leadership in cybersecurity, strengthening global efforts to inclusive and resilient digital ecosystems.