On/off Record H.E. Sheikha Lubna Bint Khalid Al Qasimi
A Conversation With H.E. Sheikha Lubna Bint Khalid Al Qasimi
Sep 12, 2024 7:30 PM
Sep 2024
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ABOUT THIS EVENT
On September 12th, 1833 Members Club will host an exclusive evening with HE Sheikha Lubna Al Qassimi, a pioneering leader in the UAE. The talk will explore her journey as a trailblazer in women’s leadership, her contributions to economic innovation, and her dedication to philanthropy and social responsibility. This conversation will offer invaluable insights into how Sheikha Lubna has navigated challenges, inspired future generations, and driven meaningful change across various sectors, making her one of the most influential figures in the region.
H.E. Sheikha Lubna Bint Khalid Al Qasimi
Sheikha Lubna holds the distinction of being the first Emirati woman to assume a ministerial post (2004), an achievement that put the UAE on the international map of female empowerment. Leading to success four key ministries: 1st world Minister of State for Tolerance (2016-2017), Minister of Economy (2004-2008), Minister of Foreign Trade (2008-2013) and Minister of International Cooperation and Development (2013-2016), Sheikha Lubna was appointed President of Zayed University (2014-2018) for her drive, commitment and determination to achieve the educational priorities set by the UAE Government to attain the hallmark of excellency and position Zayed University amongst the premier renowned international universities. Sheikha Lubna represents the face of women’s empowerment, ranking 36th Most Powerful Women on World's 100 Most Powerful Women List by Forbes 2017. An inspirational and influential female leader, Her Excellency continues to earn highest global accolades for her distinctive accomplishments, including presidential medals.
Sarah Alagroobi is a multidisciplinary artist, socio-anthropological researcher and educator with an MA in Painting from the Royal College of Art, London. She explores notions of culture and identity in both Arab and Western contexts through post-colonial discourse. Her practice mines personal and collective experiences that portray an agile simplicity in expression of place, borders and a sense of belonging. She is the founder of the online platform The Letters Project, as well as the host of The Native Informant Podcast that focuses on cultural climate of the Arab region. Her work has gathered the attention of leading outlets such as VICE Arabia, VOGUE Arabia, Cannes Film Festival, Somerset House, Salone del Mobile, Warehouse421, Art Jameel, Art Dubai and Abu Dhabi Art.