9 March 2024
Quote by Maryam Al-Mutaiwei, Vice President of Human Resources at DEWA, on International Women’s Day 2024
"Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA)’s top management benefits from the wise leadership’s unwavering support to enhance the empowerment of women and invest in employees as the true capital that drives development and growth. DEWA’s efforts to expand women’s participation in climate work and increase their involvement in the energy and clean and renewable energy sectors have contributed to honing the skills of its female employees, especially Emirati female employees and engineers, elevating their performance, and fostering their creativity and innovation. This consolidates DEWA’s prestigious global position. DEWA has adopted several fair and inclusive strategies and policies that promote gender equality, involving women in decision-making to make a significant shift in the practical fields and enhance the active contribution of female employees in achieving DEWA’s vision to be a globally leading sustainable innovative corporation committed to achieving net-zero by 2050," said Maryam Al-Mutaiwei, Vice President of Human Resources at DEWA.
Quote by Fatima Al Jokar, Chairperson of DEWA Women’s Committee, on International Women’s Day 2024
“We fully support DEWA’s efforts to provide a positive and happy work environment that empowers female employees to continue their hard work and enhances their active role in consolidating DEWA’s position as one of the best and most prominent utilities in the world. We are committed to meeting the aspirations of female employees and providing them with all the necessary support. This helps them achieve a balance between their professional and family lives, continue their professional development, and achieve greater accomplishments in serving the UAE and nurturing future generations. DEWA Women’s Committee spares no effort in fulfilling its role to the fullest. The committee organises training courses in various specialties and self-development fields, as well as events, activities, and benchmarking initiatives. It actively participates in local and international events to exchange knowledge and expertise and promote cooperation. The Committee is eager to establish effective partnerships with relevant authorities and organisations to provide female employees with the necessary expertise and knowledge. We attach great importance to highlighting honourable and inspiring models and showing appreciation for their success and excellence to remain a role model in constructive national work,” said Fatima Al Jokar, Chairperson of DEWA Women’s Committee.
Quote by Dr Aaesha Alnuaimi, Director of the Innovation Centre at DEWA, on International Women’s Day 2024
“DEWA invests in innovation, research, digital transformation, and the latest disruptive technologies to enhance women’s participation in the energy, engineering, and technical sectors. DEWA provides equal opportunities for men and women, focusing on empowering women in all positions, from leadership to technical roles. This has made it a model for public and private entities in the UAE and abroad. Every day, DEWA’s female employees showcase their dedication, hard work, and excellence. They constantly prove their sense of responsibility and demonstrate their merit by achieving many prestigious local and international awards and accolades. They demonstrate their capabilities in competitiveness and leadership, as well as their competence in taking on responsibilities in national work effectively. DEWA’s support for women in clean and renewable energy also includes creating specialised training programmes and educational workshops to raise awareness and build capabilities. This promotes the technical competencies for women and opens new horizons for innovation in this vital sector. Through these initiatives, DEWA emphasises the important role of women in achieving sustainability and the development of renewable energy resources. This also reflects DEWA’s commitment to diversity and inclusion and highlights the solid belief of DEWA’s top management that women's empowerment enhances their position as an effective and influential element in technological development and progress,” said Dr Aaesha Alnuaimi, Director of the Innovation Centre at DEWA.
Quote by Haifa Busamra, VP of Transmission Commissioning, Transmission Power at DEWA, on International Women’s Day 2024
“DEWA spares no effort in providing all the necessary capabilities to help female employees in all positions and responsibilities to succeed, develop, keep pace with the latest changes, and continue their education to gain knowledge and expertise. This support enables them to turn challenges into opportunities and utilise their scientific and practical capabilities to contribute to the ambitious national plans,” said Haifa Busamra, VP of Transmission Commissioning, Transmission Power at DEWA.
Quote by Aysha Alremeithi, DEWA’s Youth Council President & Deputy Manager- Innovation Ecosystem at Innovation Centre, on International Women’s Day 2024
“DEWA’s top management follows the path of the wise leadership to consolidate the UAE’s leading and inspiring experience in empowering women and youth. We seek to invest in their capabilities and provide them with skills, tools, and opportunities. We encourage them to find innovative and sustainable solutions to be active contributors in achieving carbon neutrality and accelerating the energy transition. This is especially important as women and children are the most affected by the repercussions of climate change, and it is essential to include everyone to achieve the necessary positive impact. DEWA provides an encouraging environment to build the next generation of sustainability leaders who are capable of creating a better future and continuing the journey of accomplishments. DEWA adopts programmes and initiatives that allow young female employees to unleash their talents and capabilities. This empowers them to continue their journey towards more success and excellence in serving the UAE and society in all fields,” said Aysha Alremeithi, DEWA’s Youth Council President & Deputy Manager at the Innovation Centre.
Quote by Aysha Al Asam, Vice Chairperson of DEWA Women’s Committee, on International Women’s Day 2024
“DEWA Women’s Committee ensures that all female employees of different positions and responsibilities have access to opportunities to succeed and develop, to achieve their happiness and the happiness of their families. The committee organises various activities and social events throughout the year to create an effective and sustainable impact among female employees and strengthen their cooperation,” said Aysha Al Asam, Vice Chairperson of DEWA Women’s Committee.
Quote by Maryam Al-Mutaiwei, Vice President of Human Resources at DEWA, on International Women’s Day 2024
"Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA)’s top management benefits from the wise leadership’s unwavering support to enhance the empowerment of women and invest in employees as the true capital that drives development and growth. DEWA’s efforts to expand women’s participation in climate work and increase their involvement in the energy and clean and renewable energy sectors have contributed to honing the skills of its female employees, especially Emirati female employees and engineers, elevating their performance, and fostering their creativity and innovation. This consolidates DEWA’s prestigious global position. DEWA has adopted several fair and inclusive strategies and policies that promote gender equality, involving women in decision-making to make a significant shift in the practical fields and enhance the active contribution of female employees in achieving DEWA’s vision to be a globally leading sustainable innovative corporation committed to achieving net-zero by 2050," said Maryam Al-Mutaiwei, Vice President of Human Resources at DEWA.
Quote by Fatima Al Jokar, Chairperson of DEWA Women’s Committee, on International Women’s Day 2024
“We fully support DEWA’s efforts to provide a positive and happy work environment that empowers female employees to continue their hard work and enhances their active role in consolidating DEWA’s position as one of the best and most prominent utilities in the world. We are committed to meeting the aspirations of female employees and providing them with all the necessary support. This helps them achieve a balance between their professional and family lives, continue their professional development, and achieve greater accomplishments in serving the UAE and nurturing future generations. DEWA Women’s Committee spares no effort in fulfilling its role to the fullest. The committee organises training courses in various specialties and self-development fields, as well as events, activities, and benchmarking initiatives. It actively participates in local and international events to exchange knowledge and expertise and promote cooperation. The Committee is eager to establish effective partnerships with relevant authorities and organisations to provide female employees with the necessary expertise and knowledge. We attach great importance to highlighting honourable and inspiring models and showing appreciation for their success and excellence to remain a role model in constructive national work,” said Fatima Al Jokar, Chairperson of DEWA Women’s Committee.
Quote by Dr Aaesha Alnuaimi, Director of the Innovation Centre at DEWA, on International Women’s Day 2024
“DEWA invests in innovation, research, digital transformation, and the latest disruptive technologies to enhance women’s participation in the energy, engineering, and technical sectors. DEWA provides equal opportunities for men and women, focusing on empowering women in all positions, from leadership to technical roles. This has made it a model for public and private entities in the UAE and abroad. Every day, DEWA’s female employees showcase their dedication, hard work, and excellence. They constantly prove their sense of responsibility and demonstrate their merit by achieving many prestigious local and international awards and accolades. They demonstrate their capabilities in competitiveness and leadership, as well as their competence in taking on responsibilities in national work effectively. DEWA’s support for women in clean and renewable energy also includes creating specialised training programmes and educational workshops to raise awareness and build capabilities. This promotes the technical competencies for women and opens new horizons for innovation in this vital sector. Through these initiatives, DEWA emphasises the important role of women in achieving sustainability and the development of renewable energy resources. This also reflects DEWA’s commitment to diversity and inclusion and highlights the solid belief of DEWA’s top management that women's empowerment enhances their position as an effective and influential element in technological development and progress,” said Dr Aaesha Alnuaimi, Director of the Innovation Centre at DEWA.
Quote by Haifa Busamra, VP of Transmission Commissioning, Transmission Power at DEWA, on International Women’s Day 2024
“DEWA spares no effort in providing all the necessary capabilities to help female employees in all positions and responsibilities to succeed, develop, keep pace with the latest changes, and continue their education to gain knowledge and expertise. This support enables them to turn challenges into opportunities and utilise their scientific and practical capabilities to contribute to the ambitious national plans,” said Haifa Busamra, VP of Transmission Commissioning, Transmission Power at DEWA.
Quote by Aysha Alremeithi, DEWA’s Youth Council President & Deputy Manager- Innovation Ecosystem at Innovation Centre, on International Women’s Day 2024
“DEWA’s top management follows the path of the wise leadership to consolidate the UAE’s leading and inspiring experience in empowering women and youth. We seek to invest in their capabilities and provide them with skills, tools, and opportunities. We encourage them to find innovative and sustainable solutions to be active contributors in achieving carbon neutrality and accelerating the energy transition. This is especially important as women and children are the most affected by the repercussions of climate change, and it is essential to include everyone to achieve the necessary positive impact. DEWA provides an encouraging environment to build the next generation of sustainability leaders who are capable of creating a better future and continuing the journey of accomplishments. DEWA adopts programmes and initiatives that allow young female employees to unleash their talents and capabilities. This empowers them to continue their journey towards more success and excellence in serving the UAE and society in all fields,” said Aysha Alremeithi, DEWA’s Youth Council President & Deputy Manager at the Innovation Centre.
Quote by Aysha Al Asam, Vice Chairperson of DEWA Women’s Committee, on International Women’s Day 2024
“DEWA Women’s Committee ensures that all female employees of different positions and responsibilities have access to opportunities to succeed and develop, to achieve their happiness and the happiness of their families. The committee organises various activities and social events throughout the year to create an effective and sustainable impact among female employees and strengthen their cooperation,” said Aysha Al Asam, Vice Chairperson of DEWA Women’s Committee.