Her Highness Sheikha Jawaher bint Mohammed Al Qasimi, Chairperson of the Sharjah Family and Community Council, proudly announces the launch of 65 university research grants and initiatives to empower rural women in Morocco. This program, known as the “Jawaher Scholarship for Women’s Academic Advancement,” aims to enhance education and provide the necessary resources for women in rural areas affected by the earthquake that occurred in September 2023. These grants will be awarded in collaboration with “Cadi Ayyad University” in Marrakech and “Al Akhawayn University” in Ifrane, reflecting Her Highness’s strong commitment to supporting education and empowering women.
Education as a Means of Building Communities
Her Highness Sheikha Jawaher Al Qasimi emphasized that building nations begins with promoting human thought and providing individuals with the tools necessary for research and knowledge. She stated, “Every school, university, laboratory, and innovative idea is a cornerstone for a more stable and progressive future.” Academic partnerships between Arab educational institutions are considered a long-term investment in the renaissance of nations, contributing to the creation of generations capable of innovation and finding new pathways.
A Shared Vision Between the UAE and Morocco
The United Arab Emirates and the Kingdom of Morocco share a deep belief in the importance of education as a means of human development. Her Highness Sheikha Jawaher Al Qasimi noted that “knowledge is the strongest link to build upon what unites us, and it is the bridge that elevates us toward a more prosperous future.” This type of cooperation reflects the cultural and historical ties between the two countries and serves to bolster efforts aimed at developing education and enhancing growth.
Official Visit to Morocco
The announcement of the grants and initiatives came during Her Highness’s official working visit to the Kingdom of Morocco, where she led a delegation comprising various developmental and humanitarian institutions from the Emirate of Sharjah. This visit is seen as an opportunity to communicate and build new collaborative relationships that enhance sustainable development plans and assist in empowering rural women. His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Member of the Supreme Council and Ruler of Sharjah, also highlighted Morocco’s special significance to him, stating, “If you walk on the land of Morocco, every stone will speak, saying: I have a story in its east and west.”
Concluding Efforts to Empower Rural Women
By launching 65 university research grants and initiatives to empower rural women in Morocco, Her Highness Sheikha Jawaher Al Qasimi underscores the importance of education and its role in transforming communities for the better. These grants and initiatives aim to equip rural women with the knowledge and skills necessary to improve their livelihoods in earthquake-affected areas, reflecting a broad vision to enhance sustainable development in Morocco.