Celebrating Emirati Women’s Day: Highlighting the Rise of Local Female Creatives
This Emirati Women’s Day, the UAE is turning its focus toward the vibrant surge of female-led creative enterprises. Across the country, major retailers are actively championing homegrown talent, proving that women are at the forefront of the nation’s evolving cultural landscape. A standout initiative this year is the “Made By Her” campaign, which highlights six remarkable Emirati entrepreneurs. By integrating their unique works—ranging from traditional Raku ceramics and mosaic art to artisanal skincare and crochet—into high-traffic retail spaces in Dubai and Abu Dhabi, the program offers these creators a powerful platform to share their stories and craftsmanship with a broader audience.
Rather than viewing these exhibits merely as a retail opportunity, the campaign acts as a celebration of the fusion between heritage and contemporary design. Featured artists, including Safeya AlHebsi, Huda Alraisi, and Naila Alremeithi, are gaining significant visibility through this partnership with Home Centre. As the project continues throughout August and September, it underscores a wider trend in the UAE: the growing influence of women-owned businesses in the creative economy. By bringing this brilliant, often quiet talent into the spotlight, these initiatives are not only honoring Emirati Women’s Day but also fostering a sustainable ecosystem where local artistry can truly thrive.