Fatima bint Mubarak Award for Motherhood & Childhood

Under the patronage of Her Highness Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak, Mother of the Nation, the Award honours individuals and organizations whose work has made a genuine difference in the lives of mothers and children in the UAE and beyond.

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About the Award

Recognizing Excellence in the Service of Mothers and Children

Established by the Supreme Council for Motherhood and Childhood, the Award celebrates rigorous research, impactful initiatives and inspiring young changemakers advancing the wellbeing of mothers, children and families. Its second cycle opens in 2026, with eight categories spanning individuals and organizations, and a prize of USD 100,000 for each category.

Our Values

What the Award 
Stands For

Five principles guide the Award from the design of its categories to the way every submission is evaluated.

Excellence

We hold every submission to a high standard of quality and rigour, because mothers and children deserve nothing less.

Impact

We reward results that can be seen and evidenced in people's lives.

Innovation

We value new ideas and new ways of working that make services and support better for mothers and children.

Inclusion

We champion work that opens everyday community life to every child and every mother.

Integrity

We run a transparent, fair and independent evaluation process from nomination to ceremony.

Transform the award into a long-term knowledge and impact platform.

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Best Scientific Research in Motherhood & Childhood

This award is presented to individual UAE national postgraduate students/graduates specialized in the social and humanitarian field who have conducted research contributing to the development of motherhood and childhood issues, such as: nurturing the talents of children and youth, healthy lifestyles for mothers and children, protecting the rights of mothers and children, the inclusion and participation of children and youth of determination, and support for working mothers.

Cycle 2 focuses on ensuring the real-world impact of the research while preserving the value of foundational and exploratory research, in line with the strategic objectives of the UAE.

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