OUR PURPOSE AND COMMITMENT TO COLLABORATION
At NAMA, we believe that meaningful, lasting change begins from within. By partnering with both local and global organizations, we create supportive, sustainable environments that empower women to thrive. We design and implement transformative initiatives that foster an ecosystem where gender equity is not only achieved but continually advanced. Through our work, we drive women’s socio-economic, professional, and personal growth across a spectrum of disciplines, helping them unlock their full potential. By combining our resources and expertise with that of grassroots and international groups, we ensure that every NAMA initiative creates a long-lasting impact—building pathways that enable women to succeed and thrive in all aspects of life.
WE COLLABORATE
Our Goal
To provide an enabling environment for women to access knowledge, services, support systems and resources, through a development network that advances them to reach their highest potential – in short, we are working towards building an equitable world for women.
HOW WE OPERATE
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We build initiatives and programmes that serve women from all walks of life.
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We gather and analyse insights to tackle challenges head-on and close the gender gap.
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We rally business communities and other organisations to accelerate the achievement of our goals.
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We continuously engage the public to support our purpose and initiatives.
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We ensure constant inter-programme coordination to maximise the impact and value of our activities.
NAMA’s Four Pillars of Empowerment
Our efforts are anchored in four key pillars that shape the initiatives and programmes we implement. These pillars address the most pressing challenges women face today and lay the foundation for long-term empowerment and inclusion.
Health
Research and identify gaps in women’s health sectors, ensuring concerns are brought to the attention of relevant government bodies.
Foster partnerships with Sharjah’s health organizations to improve access to healthcare for women.
Collaborate with the Health Promotion Department to raise awareness about women’s specific health needs.
Work with international NGOs to advocate for women’s healthcare globally.
Education
Support educational advancement for women in the UAE through the Jawaher Women Education Advancement programme, offering grants and scholarships.
Provide international scholarships to women seeking to pursue higher education and professional development opportunities.
Livelihood
Empower women across the UAE by promoting and training them in diverse fields and professions.
Offer financial literacy and investment training to equip women with the tools for economic independence.
Foster entrepreneurship, guiding women through the process of launching and registering businesses with the Sharjah Business Women’s Council (SBWC).
Status in society
Raise awareness within communities about the value and respect women deserve in the family, workplace, and society at large, focusing on equal pay, opportunity, and a safe environment.
Conduct research to identify gaps in gender equality and present findings to Her Highness and the relevant government departments to drive change.
Services provided by the entities of Her Highness Sheikha Jawaher bint Mohammed Al Qasimi