The Crown Prince of Dubai stated that the directive is ‘in recognition of a role that no words or titles can truly capture’
On the occasion of Mother’s Day in the UAE, His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence of the UAE shared a honouring tribute mothers.
Mothers are the first school for their children, the place where children learn belonging, responsibility and the values that shape strong nations.
Today, to mark Mother’s Day, we have directed the Community Development Authority to adopt the title “Generation Shaper” instead of…— Hamdan bin Mohammed (@HamdanMohammed) March 21, 2026
In a message shared on his official X account, Sheikh Hamdan stated, ‘Mothers are the first school for their children, the place where children learn belonging, responsibility and the values that shape strong nations.’
He then added that a direction has been made to the Community Development Authority ‘to adopt the title “Generation Shaper” instead of “housewife”, in recognition of a role that no words or titles can truly capture.’
He ended his message thanking our mothers saying, ‘To all our mothers… Thank you. You are the foundation of everything good. Happy Mother’s Day.’
His directive was well-received with one of his many followers commenting, ‘A beautiful and meaningful tribute. Recognizing mothers as ‘Generation Shapers’ honours the depth of their influence and the strength they pour into every new life. This title reflects not just a role, but a legacy. Grateful for this acknowledgment and for all the mothers whose love quietly shapes our world.’
Another comment added, ‘Mothers truly are the heart of every home and the pillars of our future.’
UAE President HH Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai also shared heartfelt messages via their X account. You can see more here.
Did you know?
In 2017, Sheikh Mohammed announced a new term replacing the term ‘People with disabilities’ in the UAE, instead calling it ‘people of determination’.
The new term was launched in April 2017 as part of his national strategy for empowering people with disabilities.
On the occasion, he said, “Disability is in fact the inability to make progress and achievements. The achievements that people of determination have made in various spheres over the past years are proof that determination and strong will can do the impossible and encourage people to counter challenges and difficult circumstances while firmly achieving their goals.”
Images: Dubai Media Office
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