Emirati Women Leading Change
Rasha Khalifa Al Mubarak, Chairwoman of Music Nation, participated in the Womenpreneur Summit on the panel “Emirati Women Leading Change.” The summit served as a regional platform bringing together entrepreneurs and decision-makers to discuss opportunities and challenges for women in the new economy.
Prominent attendees included Her Highness Sheikha Jawaher bint Khalifa Al Khalifa, Her Highness Sheikha Aisha Hamid Al Mualla, and H.E. Arefa Saleh Al Falahi. The panel highlighted remarkable leadership stories across aviation, entrepreneurship, and culture.
Inspiring Female Role Models
The panel featured distinguished Emirati pioneers. Among them were:
- Eng. Suad Al Shamsi, the first female Emirati aviation engineer and a leading name in the aviation sector.
- Eng. Marwa Al Maamari, who plays a vital role in advancing women’s presence in aviation.
- Reem Al Hassani, an entrepreneur recognized for manufacturing Olympic rowing boats.
Their expertise enriched the discussion and showcased the diverse skills and resilience of Emirati women in non-traditional fields.
Rasha Al Mubarak’s Vision of Leadership
In her remarks, Rasha Al Mubarak emphasized that true leadership is not about titles but about responsibility. She stressed the importance of taking initiative and using one’s voice rather than waiting for the “perfect moment.”
She credited the UAE leadership and the legacy of H.H. Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak for empowering women to hold influential positions. Today, women represent one-third of the UAE Cabinet and half of the Federal National Council.
Music Nation’s Role in the UAE’s Creative Economy
Al Mubarak also shed light on Music Nation’s role in strengthening the UAE’s music industry. She explained how the company moved beyond slogans by implementing practical systems that protect artists’ rights.
This includes ensuring that composers, poets, singers, and producers receive their rightful dues while regulating the legal use of music. These efforts aim to establish a fair and sustainable industry that contributes effectively to the national economy.
Official Recognition by the Ministry of Economy
Recently, Music Nation obtained the official license for collective music management from the UAE Ministry of Economy. This milestone enables the company to regulate creators’ rights while ensuring compliance with intellectual property laws by TV channels and digital platforms.
The license was announced at an official ceremony in Dubai, attended by senior officials including H.E. Abdullah Ahmed Al Saleh, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Economy, and H.E. Dr. Abdulrahman Hassan Al Muaini, Assistant Undersecretary for the Intellectual Property Sector.
Conclusion
Rasha Al Mubarak’s participation at the Womenpreneur Summit reflects the growing influence of Emirati women leaders in diverse fields. Through her vision and Music Nation’s achievements, she continues to contribute to women’s empowerment and the UAE’s cultural and economic progress.
