30 October 2025
Under the Theme “15 Years of Empowering Women in Sports” Fatima Bint Mubarak Ladies Sports Academy Marks 15 Years of Inspiring Female Athletes
Abu Dhabi, UAE – 30 October 2025: The Fatima Bint Mubarak Ladies Sports Academy (FBMA) celebrated its fifteenth anniversary, marking a significant milestone in its journey of empowering women and advancing female participation in sports. The celebration brought together members of the Board of Directors and employee to highlight the Academy’s most notable achievements and discuss its plans for continued growth and excellence.
Since its inception, Fatima Bint Mubarak Ladies Sports Academy has drawn its inspiration from the support of Her Highness Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak, Chairwoman of the General Women's Union, President of the Supreme Council for Motherhood and Childhood, and Supreme Chairwoman of the Family Development Foundation, “Mother of the Nation”, and from the leadership and guidance of Sheikha Fatima bint Hazza bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Chairwoman of the Board of Directors of the Fatima Bint Mubarak Ladies Sports Academy and Chairwoman of the Abu Dhabi Ladies Club and Al Ain Ladies Club, the Academy continues to advance women’s sports by providing a supportive environment and opportunities to develop athletic skills and showcase talent. This ongoing support strengthens the presence of Emirati women in sports and opens new horizons for achievement and leadership.
Held under the theme “15 Years of Empowering Women in Sports”, the event reaffirmed the Academy’s leading role in nurturing female athletes and providing an environment that supports their development across various sporting disciplines. It also reflected the Academy’s alignment with the UAE leadership’s vision to enhance the role and impact of women in all areas of national progress.
The celebration showcased several upcoming initiatives, including expanding the number of tournaments, developing competitive teams, launching a junior athletes program, hosting local and international sporting events at the Academy’s facilities, and increasing community engagement through awareness programs and specialized workshops.
On this occasion, H.E. Dr. Omniyat Al Hajri, Vice Chairwoman of the Board of Directors of the Fatima Bint Mubarak Ladies Sports Academy said: “As we celebrate fifteen years of success, we take immense pride in Fatima Bint Mubarak Ladies Sports Academy journey and the inspiring community that continues to drive it forward. Our commitment remains to empower women in sports, provide platforms for competition and growth, and cultivate future generations of athletes who will shape the next chapter of women’s sports in the UAE and beyond.”
The event concluded with a recognition ceremony honouring Fatima Bint Mubarak Ladies Sports Academy employees and staff for their continued dedication and contribution to advancing the Academy’s mission of building a sustainable and inclusive sports community founded on empowerment and participation
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About Fatima Bint Mubarak Ladies Sports Academy
FBMA is a government entity of the Emirate of Abu Dhabi, established in 2010. The academy is dedicated to promoting and facilitating women's sports in the United Arab Emirates. The academy ensures to make sports an essential element of daily life for Emirati women of all ages, backgrounds, and physical conditions.
This ensures that Emirati women adopt a healthy and active lifestyle, and it enhances the cultivation of sportsmanship values in the public consciousness of the UAE.
The FBMA serves undertakes this significant mission by hosting numerous local, regional, and international sports events, facilitating community activities, and managing local talent development through its educational and research efforts.
Please find more information about the academy on their website below: https://www.fbma.ae/en/about-us/