Global Engagement & Board Memberships
Representing the UAE on the world stage — advancing family-centric governance and human development through international collaboration and strategic partnerships.
International Board Memberships
H.E. Sana bint Mohamed Suhail serves on several prominent international and national boards, bringing UAE expertise to global policy conversations.
Global Alliance for Women Health (WEF)
Member of the Global Alliance for Women Health, a World Economic Forum initiative focused on advancing women's health outcomes through policy innovation, cross-sector partnerships, and evidence-based interventions at a global scale.
Zayed Higher Organization
Contributing to the Zayed Higher Organization's mission of empowering People of Determination through comprehensive support programs, research initiatives, and advocacy for full social inclusion across the UAE.
Ministerial Development Council
Active member of the Ministerial Development Council, coordinating cross-ministerial strategies for human development, social policy, and family welfare at the federal government level.
Education & Social Committees
Serving on national education and social development committees that shape policy for educational reform, social services, and community development across the UAE.
Shaping Global Policy Discourse
H.E. Suhail's international engagement extends beyond board memberships. She is a sought-after voice at global forums on family policy, child development, and social inclusion, regularly contributing to conferences, panels, and policy dialogues.
Her international work creates a two-way exchange: bringing global best practices to the UAE while sharing the country's innovative approaches with the international community.
This engagement positions the UAE as a thought leader in family-centric governance — a model that other nations increasingly look to as they develop their own family and social policies.
UAE's Position in Global Policy
Policy Innovation Hub
The UAE has positioned itself as a global hub for policy innovation, particularly in the areas of family development and social protection. The Ministry's approach to integrated, data-driven family services is studied and adapted by nations worldwide.
South-South Cooperation
Active participation in South-South cooperation initiatives, sharing UAE expertise in family governance with developing nations across Africa, Asia, and the Middle East through technical assistance and knowledge exchange programs.
Multilateral Leadership
The UAE's voice in multilateral organizations — including the UN, World Economic Forum, and regional bodies — ensures that family-centric perspectives are integrated into global development agendas and sustainable development goals.