Activity Reports – 2023 p.4

العربية

H. E Sheikha Bodour bint Sultan Al Qasimi
Chairperson

Her Excellency Sheikha Bodour bint Sultan Al Qasimi is a visionary philanthropic leader deeply committed to cultural preservation, socio-economic development, and enriching the lives of children through the transformative power of reading. As the Founder and Chairperson of the Kalimat Foundation, she has initiated numerous campaigns and distributed thousands of books to children in challenging circumstances to foster a love of reading and close educational gaps.

Sheikha Bodour’s commitment also extends to important roles in international organisations such as UNESCO and the International Publishers Association, where she advocates for solutions to pressing global issues such as education, cultural exchange and sustainable development…

H.E Sheikha Lubna Bint Khalid Al Qasimi
Vice-President

Sheikha Lubna holds the distinction of being the first Emirati woman to assume a ministerial post (2004), an achievement that put the UAE on the international map of female empowerment. Leading to success four key ministries: 1st world Minister of State for Tolerance (2016-2017), Minister of Economy (2004-2008), Minister of Foreign Trade (2008-2013) and Minister of International Cooperation and Development (2013-2016)..

H. E Sheikh Fahim Bin Sultan Bin Khalid Al Qasimi
Treasurer

Sheikh Fahim is a respected member of The Executive Council of Sharjah, an organization established to assist the Ruler of the Emirate, His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan Bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, in drafting policies to raise the social and economic development of the Emirate. In his role as the Executive Chairman of The Department of Government Relations…

H. H Sheikha Shamma bint Sultan bin Khalifa Al Nahyan
Board Member

Sheikha Shamma bint Sultan bin Khalifa Al Nahyan is an entrepreneur, founder, and sustainability and climate change expert. In 2023 she was selected as a World Economic Forum Young Global Leader. She is driven by the belief that creating change requires diverse stakeholders working together to find and implement interconnected macro- and micro-solutions that unlock progress. As a result, Sheikha Shamma has founded and leads a number of high-impact entities…

H. E Noura bint Mohammed Al Kaabi
Secretary-General

Her Excellency Noura bint Mohammed Al Kaabi is a Minister of State at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. She previously served as Minister of Culture and Youth, as well as Minister of State for Federal National Council Affairs. In addition to her ministerial responsibilities, Her Excellency formerly served as the President of Zayed University, Commissioner-General of the UAE Pavilion at Expo 2020 Dubai, and chaired the National Commission for Education, Culture and Science…

H. E Dr. Muhadditha Al Hashimi
Board Member

Dr. Muhadditha Al Hashimi, Chairperson of the Sharjah Private Education Authority, a body established with the aim of regulating private education in the Emirate of Sharjah, United Arab Emirates. Also, H.E. serves as the President of the Sharjah Education Academy, a non-profit graduate school of education and professional learning institution. Dr. AlHashimi held several senior positions in higher education and healthcare institutions…

H. E Ahmed bin Rakkad Al Ameri
Board Member

HE Ahmed bin Rakkad Al Ameri, CEO of the Sharjah Book Authority, has played a significant role in establishing a global presence for SBA through its initiatives and programmes designed to boost the Arab book industry while also helping preserve Arab culture and language. Since its inception in 2014, HE Ahmed bin Rakkad Al Ameri has been at the helm of SBA – the entity that organises the annual Sharjah International Book Fair (SIBF) and Sharjah Children’s Reading Festival (SCRF)…

H.E Mohamed Abdalla
Board Member

Mr. Mohamed Abdalla is the Chief Executive Officer of Sharjah Islamic Bank. He is an influential figure in the finance industry remarkably recognized individually and also on behalf of the organization by prominent awards including Forbes Award for Most Powerful CEO in Financial Markets – UAE, Best Emirati CEO Award, Sheikh Khalifa Excellence Award, Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Business Award in the Financial Services category, Sharjah Economic Excellence Award, Human Resources in Banking Sector Award…

Ms. Ahlam Bolooki
Board Member

Ahlam Bolooki graduated from Al Mawakeb School in Garhoud in 2006, after which she got her Bsc. in International Hospitality Management from the Emirates Academy of Hospitality Management. Ahlam is the CEO of the Emirates Literature Foundation, established to nurture a love of literature in the UAE and across the region through a year-round programme of events promoting diversity and cultural expression supporting the four pillars of the writing community; readers, writers, publishers and librarians. …

Mr. Fuad Mansoor Sharaf
Board Member

Fuad Mansoor Sharaf holds the esteemed position of Managing Director for UAE Shopping Malls at Majid Al Futtaim Properties, where he orchestrates & oversees the long-term strategies for all Shopping Malls in the UAE. His responsibilities encompass key areas such as leasing, marketing, and property management. Fuad’s career in shopping and property management began in 2004 as Operations Manager at City Centre Deira. He has since held multiple positions that have contributed to enhancing shopping malls across the region…

We very much appreciate and thank our partners and sponsors who supported Kalimat Foundation’s mandate and contributed to its programmes, encouraging the literacy of underserved children around the world.

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