Dubai Health Honors Landmark Decision to Name College After Her Highness Sheikha Hind bint Maktoum

Ahmed bin Saeed: The Hind Bint Maktoum College of Nursing and Midwifery will continue its pivotal role in cultivating highly skilled, homegrown national talent, aligning with Dubai's vision to become a global center for world-class healthcare.

Mansoor bin Mohammed: We are committed to achieving the highest standards of excellence and innovation in nursing.
Dr. Raja Al Gurg: Her Highness Sheikha Hind has left a lasting legacy in supporting women’s causes and humanitarian work, both locally and internationally.
Dr. Amer Sharif: Her Highness's name is associated with values of giving and compassion, which are noble values that embody the essence of the nursing profession.
Professor Alawi Alsheikh-Ali: Honoring the college with Her Highness's name serves as motivation for citizens to pursue their studies and build careers in this vital sector. 
Dubai, United Arab Emirates – January 7, 2025: His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, President of Mohammed Bin Rashid University of Medicine and Health Sciences (MBRU), and Chairman of the Board of Directors of Dubai Health, expressed deep gratitude to His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Defence, and Chairman of the Executive Council of Dubai, for naming of the College of Nursing and Midwifery at MBRU after Her Highness Sheikha Hind bint Maktoum bin Juma Al Maktoum. The decision underscores a commitment to elevate healthcare education, prepare a new generation of Emirati healthcare professionals, and support plans to transform Dubai into a global healthcare hub.
His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed emphasized that the name of Her Highness Sheikha Hind bint Maktoum has long been synonymous with humanitarian work.
He continued: "Her Highness Sheikha Hind is an honorable and inspiring leader in the realm of philanthropy, embodying a deep commitment to giving. Naming the college in her honor not only reflects her remarkable contributions but also serves as a powerful catalyst for excellence and leadership in the sector. The Hind Bint Maktoum College of Nursing and Midwifery will continue its pivotal role in cultivating highly skilled, homegrown national talent, aligning with Dubai's vision to become a global center for world-class healthcare.” 
His Highness Sheikh Mansoor bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice Chairman of Dubai Health, said: “The decision to name the College of Nursing and Midwifery after Her Highness Sheikha Hind demonstrates our commitment to achieving the highest standards of excellence and innovation in nursing. Ensuring a strong healthcare system requires the inclusion of highly skilled national professionals, especially in critical fields like nursing, which forms the foundation of a strong healthcare system. We value the essential contribution of nursing professionals, whose efforts significantly improve the efficiency and quality of healthcare services.”
Her Excellency Dr. Raja Easa Al Gurg, Chairperson of MBRU Council and Dubai Health Board Member, said: “Her Highness Sheikha Hind has left a lasting legacy in supporting women’s causes and humanitarian work, both locally and internationally. Her exceptional initiatives have profoundly impacted the lives of those most in need, while also promoting family values and social cohesion. Her Highness is a role model in health and education, with a clear vision for building a sustainable, healthy society and a commitment to empowering women and advancing Emirati talent.”
Dr. Amer Sharif, President of MBRU and CEO of Dubai Health, said: “It is an honor to have the College of Nursing and Midwifery named after Her Highness Sheikha Hind in recognition of her remarkable contributions in charitable and community work, as well as in education and health. Her Highness's name is associated with values of giving and compassion, which are noble values that embody the essence of the nursing profession.. This decision places an increased responsibility on the university to enhance its programs and elevate the college to a leading position both regionally and globally."
Professor Alawi Alsheikh-Ali, Chief Academic Officer of Dubai Health and MBRU, said: “This landmark decision reflects our leadership’s vision to advance the healthcare sector and develop qualified national talent in all fields, including nursing and midwifery. Honoring the college with Her Highness's name serves as motivation for citizens to pursue their studies and build careers in this vital sector. With the number of Emirati nurses in Dubai Health growing from 40 in 2022 to 100 in 2024, Emiratis are playing a more prominent role in strengthening the healthcare system. The college, having already graduated three cohorts, remains committed to developing national talent and creating specialized programs and partnerships to prepare citizens to lead the future of healthcare in the UAE."
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