Dr. Maitha Al Shamsi

Dr. Maitha Al Shamsi is a prominent Emirati politician and the Minister of State for Foreign Affairs in the United Arab Emirates. She is recognized for her contributions to women's empowerment and health initiatives, particularly as the head of the Higher Committee for the Sheikha Fatima Fund for Refugee Women. Under her leadership, the fund has launched various programs aimed at improving the lives of refugee women and children, focusing on access to education, health care, and social services. Dr. Al Shamsi's recent advocacy includes a program in Mauritania that trains refugee women in midwifery and reproductive health, demonstrating her commitment to addressing critical health challenges faced by women in vulnerable communities.