Sheikha Mozah, Wife of the Emir, News and Events 1: 2003 - 2012


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here's a woman who we don't here about too often but who has done so much for women in the middle east, particularly in her country of qatar...it's a shame we don't hear more about this woman...she's not young, not hip to the latest fashions, but she's beautiful all the same...

http://www.msnbc.com/news/988109.asp?cp1=1

Hillary Clinton, Stand Back
Qatar’s First Lady leads a modernization effort


By Carla Power
NEWSWEEK INTERNATIONAL

Nov. 10 issue — Texas A&M is coming to Qatar, and the Gulf emirate is welcoming the university with a Texas-size barbecue. Inside an air-conditioned tent in the capital of Doha, local cooks dish up heaps of ribs and fajitas. Cowboy boots have been flown in specially, to serve as table centerpieces. The Aggie Wranglers, an American country-dance group in tight jeans, perform athletic down-home dances for the hundreds of assembled guests, eliciting whoops from the Texan visitors and bemused applause from the Arab hosts. At ceremonies the day before, the Qatari students of the university’s new campus, more than half of them women in black abayas and higabs, belted out the school song, “The Spirit of Aggieville,” accompanied by the university’s marching band arrayed on a Texas football field and beamed in by satellite. Grown Aggies wept when two cherub-cheeked Qatari undergraduates delivered speeches, closing their Arabic address by yelling, “Howdy!”
NEARBY SAT the event’s principal architect, Sheikha Mozah bint Nasser Al Missned, the second wife of the emir, out of three. For the past eight years, she’s worked on creating Qatar’s Education City, which formally opened earlier this month and also includes branches of Cornell Medical School and Virginia Commonwealth University. She decided to fund American universities in Qatar when she noticed that her children, who attended English-speaking primary schools in Doha, were becoming “strangers” to their own Arab, Muslim culture: “One Christmas, my eldest son had to play the Christmas tree,” she told NEWSWEEK. “I felt embarrassed and humiliated.”
Will Tiny Emirates Pave the Way?

Driven, imaginative and rather daring by regional standards, Sheikha Mozah has emerged as an icon of the tiny emirate’s modernization efforts. In a region where First Ladies steer clear of public policy, Sheikha Mozah is head of the Qatar Foundation, which oversees the education and medical care of the state’s 150,000 citizens. Where other Gulf consorts tend to be invisible to the public eye, Sheikha Mozah “came out” for the first time in September, raising Qatari eyebrows by allowing herself to be photographed. Later, discussing the national and international press attention generated by the photo shoot, she came to realize that the publicity might help further her cause: “I thought, ‘They [now] know that for education, we are willing to do everything’.”
At the palace dinner to celebrate Education City’s inauguration, it was not so much the emir as Sheikha Mozha, resplendent in crimson velvet and ruby-and-diamond jewelry, whom the movers and shakers lined up to greet. The union between the gazelle-like Sheikha Mozah and the burly 53-year-old emir is not a traditional Gulf marriage. “He’s a friend, more than a husband,” observes Sheikha Mozha, who married Sheik Hamad bin Khalifa al-Thani as a high-school student, a quarter century ago. Doha court watchers even quip that in the emir and Sheikha Mozha, the Qataris are getting two leaders for the price of one, just like the Americans got with Bill and Hillary Clinton. “With many other Arab First Ladies, [their work] is more about... conferences, seminars and small-scale social projects,” notes Asmaa Bekada, who produces a women’s program on the Arab satellite TV network Al-Jazeera. “Sheikha Mozha’s work is more concrete. You see the results.”
Sheikha Mozha’s high profile fits neatly into a key platform of her husband’s reform plans: women. Extending the vote to women was not simply a progressive reform, notes the Washington Institute for Near East Policy’s Simon Henderson, but a canny extension of his own political base. For Qatar’s women, the change from traditional roles as homemakers to career women has happened in a few years, notes Dr. Ghalia al-Thani, vice chair of Qatar’s National Committee for Human Rights. “I almost worried it was too fast.” She says Sheikha Mozha “has been an absolute inspiration for both men and women to become agents of change.”
In part, it’s because the fortysomething consort has refused to limit her work by gender, as many elite women reformers do in the conservative Gulf region. “I don’t like to frame [the Qatar Foundation’s] issues as women’s issues,” she says, wearing black slacks and pearls, her red-streaked hair uncovered in the privacy of her pale-blond-wood study. “Why are we dividing our country in terms of men and women?” That’s a pertinent question, but a risky one in a region where life is organized around the notion of two communities, divided by gender. Argues Sheikha Mozha: “If you want to solve problems in this region, you have to solve the problems of all Arabs.” Indeed, she thinks the vogue for feminism in Arab countries was “a big mistake,” since it was, like so many “isms” imported from the West, a foreign model blindly applied to Arab culture. The vogue in the 1970s and ’80s for women to abandon their own Arab and Muslim values in favor of miniskirts and an unquestioning embrace of Western trends left many feeling culturally adrift.
Though outspoken and opinionated, Sheikha Mozha delicately sidesteps commenting on American actions in Iraq. “I do not think democracy can be enforced from the outside,” she says diplomatically. Maybe not from outside, but certainly from above. She supports her husband’s decision to grant elections and a constitution to his politically quiescent nation. The emir, she says, “is clever enough to anticipate the needs of his people.” His most famous reform—the establishment of the groundbreaking Al-Jazeera network—is proof. “Arab leaders always say, ’[Democracy] should come gradually’,” she notes. “But Al-Jazeera opened our eyes. Our people are ready for democracy. Listen to their comments, their arguments, their debates on Al-Jazeera! Who can judge they are not ready?” After an hour with Sheikha Mozha, even the staunchest dictator might start seeing things her way.



i think what she's done is actually working, not something glamorous, not something that's been photographed a thousand times and seems to shout "LOOK AT ME! LOOK AT HOW GOOD I AM!"...but something real that actually benefits people...

also, i have to admire her and her husband's willingness to support Al-Jazeera...unlike other middle eastern countries which greatly limit the press, qatar has allowed Al-Jazeera unprecendented freedoms...
 
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I've ever see her at UNO. She's not young but really beautiful. She hold a lot of activities and Qatar is a good example of gradual democratisation in ME.
 
Emir’s Wife Seen as Inspiration

The emir's wife, Sheika Mozah, serves as a role model for women's independence in Qatar. The opening of the Cornell Medical Center and other American college campuses here are largely a result of her vision. These university campuses have stretched the existing norms of education, introducing new programs and coeducational campuses that challenge Qatar's traditional university system to keep pace.

And, when you ask young women about her, their eyes light up.

"Her Highness Sheika Mozah has done lots of things for us, especially for the Qatari women, Qatari girls, especially in the educational field," says al-Saiddiki.

In fact, three times as many women as men are matriculated in programs of higher education in Qatar. Reforms are palpable in the curriculum of the University of Qatar and in the coeducational systems of the new campuses recently introduced. The Qatari people are torn between trying to preserve the traditional culture, and, with the influence of the emir and his wife, adopting a more progressive approach to education and to life.


Moza al-Malki, a professor of psychology at the University of Qatar, is a protégée of the emir's wife and a pioneer in the roles she assumes as a Qatari woman. Al-Malki was among the first women to run in a municipal election, to drive by herself, and to take off the abaya. She challenges her students not to cover their faces in her classroom.
As for the separation of women and men, al-Malki says: "[It is] not in the Koran, not out of religion, just culture. They just think that women should be, not everybody, but some people think that women should be at home, or work certain places where there is no mixing with men."
 
what a stunning and beautiful lady.
I'm really impressed. :blush: why we have not seen her pictures before?
My regards to all people here...
 
i agree...she comes across as very humble and modest and yet, at the same time, you can tell that she is a "strong", confident woman. that's really a great combination...

does anyone know anything about her background? what she did before she became sheika? i'm sure she came from a upper-class family that was close with the sheik but i'd like to know if she worked before her marriage and, if so, what she did.
 
I don't know much about the Sheikha's life before marriage but know for a fact that it is her hsuband who is bringing her out in the limelight to urge other Qatari women to do so as well.

i saw that on the 60 minutes episode as well...her husband doesn't seem to mind at all that the sheika is taking such a prominent role...in fact, i think he really likes it...

how old do you think she is? early 40s?
 
No idea but she has a 20 year old who is the crown prince. She must be in her 40's I guess.

As to her husband, he is the one encouraging her to "come out".
 
Just for some random info:

Princess Mozah is sometimes referd to in jest as Princess Banana because her name is very similar to Mooz (Mooza = feminine) menaing Banana! I thought it was fantastic but you have to be very carefull whom you say that to in Qatar...
 
Sheikha Mozah and Unesco Director-General Koichiro Matsuura signing the MoU in Paris

Another pic of Sheikha Mozah.


Balqis, I agree with your comment. I personally admire the Sheikha for her social efforts in the improvement of education and the status of women. I think she has charisma and really could not care whether she looked like a barbie doll or something out of a horror movie. However, she happens to be a very attractive women and definitely nothing close to a "drag queen".
 
I saw somewhere that she was born in 1958. She was very young when she met the Emir.
It's true in the 60 minutes interview, the Emir was really laid back and listened quietly and respectfully as she spoke. She's very articulate - expressing herself in a very bold but diplomatic way - especially in controversial matters. :flower:
I love when when articles that refer to the improvements and changes in Qatar credit positive accomplishments as 'the Emir and Sheikha's vision'..
I wonder if there will ever be a ruling Emira... if Tamim may name his own wife his wife and partner or if she will be in the background like the Emir's other wives.
 
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Sheika muza al-musned 2nd wife of ruler of qatar sheik hamad-altani at the wedding of her son the crown prince of Qatar ,even not the oldest son of hamad ,but the son of his preferd and powerfull wife "Muzah"!!!
 

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Her beautiful son Sheikh Jassim. :)
 

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I read sheikh Hamad has 7 children by each wife.

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This is th ebest picture of Sheikha Mouza.Taken from forum
Pictures of Sheikha Mouza
 

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Sheikha Mouza's sons

Sheikha Mouza's sons.The one on the right is the current crown prince
 

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http://www.qatarembassy.net/women.asp

The Role of H.H. the Wife of H.H. the Emir

Her Highness has given prominence to the role of Qatari women and created an environment that encourages them to meet their social obligations and participate in public life. H.H. Sheikha Mouza endorses women's conferences, which discuss women's issues and recommend solutions for the problems and challenges that confront women who work outside the home.
She has directed most of her attention to education programs, maintaining a direct and continuous association with government and private education institutions. She frequently attends and effectively participates in the meetings of education leaders in all scientific, educational and sports matters. A keen observer of the news will notice that when Her Highness accompanies H.H. the Emir during his official visits, she shows particular interest in visiting educational institutions and universities. Her Highness' keenness to contact education leaders is also conspicuous, together with her desire to familiarize herself with modern educational programs, with the aim of adopting those aspects which do not contradict Islamic teachings and social principles.
Her Highness has spared no effort to bring about a qualitative change in the standard of education and produce a generation capable of keeping pace with the developments and technologies of the times. She was one of the supporters of Qatar Foundation for Education, Science and Community Development, established in 1996 as a private and independent entity. One of the first achievements of the Foundation was the establishment of Qatar Academy, whose council of trustees is chaired by a leading Qatari woman Sheikha Al-Misnad. Among other pioneering projects that emerged from the Foundation are the Family Development Center and Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU)-Qatar College of Design Arts.
H.H. Sheikha Mouza did not ignore her sons and daughters, the disabled. She has honored them by supporting and sponsoring care activities carried out on their behalf. She has worked hard to establish specialized societies to care for the deaf, the dumb and the blind, such as Al Noor Institute for the Blind. The National Committee for Children with Special Needs is another example. It was established in June 1998 with the initial aim of preparing an extensive study on the establishment and management of Shafallah Center. The Committee is chaired by Sheikha Ghalia Bint Mohammad Al-Thani and has in its membership a number of medical doctors and specialists.
Her Highness, furthermore, sponsored several ladies-only functions such as the conference entitled: The Woman between the Family and the Workplace, which was held in 1997. The conference recommended several activities to help women realize psychological equilibrium and stability and outline approaches geared to support and protect the family. She also sponsored the first and second women's conferences held in March 1994 and May 1996 respectively.
 

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I think he's about 5 years old now. Not sure if he's Sheikha Mouzah's son. I think he was born to Sheikh Hamad's third wife.



 
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Sheikha Mouzah lauded for help to displaced Sudanese women
10/14/2004

DOHA: Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Islamic Dawa Organization field Marshal Abdul Rahman Mohammad Hassan Sewar-Ad-Dahab highly praised the contributions made by H H Sheikha Mouzah bint Nasser Al Missned, wife of the Emir H H Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, in support of displaced women in South Sudan.

In a letter addressed to the organization's office in Doha, Field Marshal Sewar Ad-Dahab noted that displaced women, who have fled the woes of war in South Sudan, were in bad need of such a generous support.

An extensive report about the 'displaced women' initiative financed by Sheikha Mouzah has been enclosed with the letter. Sheikha Mouzah has earlier donated QR1m in support of an initiative aimed at providing food, medicines and clothes to displaced women.
 
kinneret5764 said:
How many of the Emir's children were borne by Sheikha Moza?
If I`m not mistaken she has 4 sons.
Some more pictures of her sons Jassim and Tamim.
 

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samira said:
If I`m not mistaken she has 4 sons.
Some more pictures of her sons Jassim and Tamim.
Who are the other two sons? Gosh...the Emir needs a family tree posted on his website. :rolleyes:
 
Redrose53083 said:
Who are the other two sons? Gosh...the Emir needs a family tree posted on his website. :rolleyes:
I guess she has son Mohammed ,don`t remember the name of the fourth one. :)
 
Arabs, West must shed bias, says Sheikha Mouzah
Web posted at: 10/4/2004

Source ::: QNA


MICHIGAN: H H Sheikha Mouzah bint Nasser Al Missned , wife of the Emir H H Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, emphasised the significance of dialogue between the Arab world and the west, stressing that channels of communications should be continuously maintained between the two sides, especially at this most critical juncture of history.

In an address to the Arab American Anti-Discrimination Committee (ADC) in Detroit, Michigan, late on Saturday night, Sheikha Mouzah deemed it hard to believe that the acts of a few ‘deviated individuals’ might be taken as a rule to misjudge an entire civilisation or to taint its image, as it was the case in the wake of September 11 terrorist attacks.

“Had not there be some eastern and western intellectual voices calling for the introduction of a new well-oriented form of dialogue, the so-called ‘clash of civilisations’ could have become a tragic reality of the 21st century,” Sheikha Mouzah said. “Indeed, some tragic events have had occasionally marred east-west relations in the past, but the two civilizations have always been engaged in a mutual communication of trading exchange, diplomatic relations, and scientific exploration voyaging,” Sheikha Mouzah said.

“Even in darkest periods of history, Arab reformers, such as Mohammad Abdou (an Arab Egyptian thinker and reformer from the early 20th century) continued to maintain communication with the west,” she added. Such collaborative process of communications and interactions between the two sides has greatly contributed to the enrichment of the Arab civilization, which has had a considerable contribution to the progress and development of the western communities,” Sheikha Mouzah said.
H H Sheikha Mouzah bint Nasser Al Missned greeting a member of the Arab-American anti-Discrimination Committee in Michigan.

Sheikha Mouzah highlighted the tasks shouldered by the Arab-American Anti-Discrimination Committee (ADC) and similar organisations, as they refute and counter the mistaken perceptions that the east and the west threaten one another culturally and intellectually. “Ordinary people in the Arab world, who most often presume that the west threatens their identity and their national sense of patriotism, sustain a sense of frustration because of the misunderstanding with which they are viewed,” Sheikha Mouzah said.

“For a long time, governments in the region have maintained the position of the custodian or guardian of its nationals, depriving them from their individual qualities and restricting their ability to acquire or practice an argumentative logic of thinking. It is high time for nationals to share in running their societies,” Sheikha Mouzah said, noting that Qatar enjoys rich natural resources and material prosperity that should be broadened to cover the cultural and intellectual aspects and leads to a similar progress in these two areas.

The ADC makes an effective contribution to the setting up of efficient infrastructures necessary for the establishment of a constructive and successful dialogue between various human cultures to counter narrow-mindedness and constrained cultural thought, Sheikha Mouza said, warning that “those who are subjected to any form of discrimination risk losing trust in others”. “Some of them even lose the ability to communicate with others. The elimination of all forms of discrimination is therefore an essential prerequisite to create the appropriate and conducive environment for a fruitful and effective dialogue.”

Sheikha Mouzah said that the ADC seeks to maintain the durability of cultural exchange, noting that Arab Americans, who are descendants of different religious and national origins and who have dedicated their time and effort to work in these organisations, stand now as good examples of success and as models of hope for Arabs to be guided with.

“The problems sustained by contemporary Arab communities solely result from the failure of our systems, mechanisms and attitudes rather than from any born defect or imperfection. We have the ability to attain unity, to chart out a bright future and to march steadily and confidently towards this desirable future,” Sheikha Mouzah said.

The ADC serves as a modern example of how the past and the present might be harmonised, Sheikha Mouzah said. “The ADC is following the steps of our ancestors in matching between the needs, requirements and aspirations of the orient on the one hand and the awareness of how western societies function, to encourage the establishment of a constructive dialogue between the east and the west,” Sheikha Mouzah said, expressing belief that the east sometimes lacks in the resilience to work out such a blend. Sheikha Mouzah stressed the need to establish a culture of development and growth.

A sense of inability to counter the challenges of globalization most often prevail in the east, H.H. Sheikha Mouzah said, expressing belief that interaction between Arabs at home and Arabs living in western countries may help in the restoration of self-confidence.

Qatar committed to reform plan

“The commitment to defend the civil society should not be restricted to Arab-Americans. Arabs in the Arab world should also be engaged in this commitment,” Sheikha Mouzah said. “The State of Qatar is committed to introduce positive changes to cultivate a culture in which every national would bear responsibility and every one would be lend with necessary support and backing to enhance potentials and strengthen self-confidence,” Sheikha Mouzah said.

Concluding, Sheikha Mouzah urged the ADC to share its experience and successes with the Arab world for a better understanding of the west.

On behalf of ADC, dinner chair and president of DTE Energy Robert Buckler and ADC Michigan deputy director Rana Abbas spoke about the gigantic efforts exerted by the ADC to defend the rights of Arab Americans, to prevent discrimination against them and to build bridges of understanding. They hailed Sheikha Mouzah saying that they have been honoured by her presence. “Last month, Qatar celebrated its 33rd year as an independent nation. I am sure Her Highness knows from experience that there is no easy walk to freedom ... That it is importance to fight for the things that matter. That you should never surrender your dreams,’ Buckler said.

The banquet was attended by H E Dr. Abdullah bin Hussein Al Kubaissy; Rector of Qatar University and board member of Qatar Foundation for Education, Science and Social Development H E Dr Sheikha Abdullah Al Misnad, ADC members, and members of the Arab community in Michigan. Sheikha Mouzah later met women members.of the ADC.
 
What we heared is that Sh. Jassim didn't want to be a crown prince anymore after a few years of being crown prince because he couldn't accept his mum out in media
and that when he gets married his wife is going to be in media thats why he resigned and his brother SH. Tameem took over
 
El Jood said:
What we heared is that Sh. Jassim didn't want to be a crown prince anymore after a few years of being crown prince because he couldn't accept his mum out in media

Oh so it was true, heard the same but didnt think it was true. I also heard he does not like the way his mother acts in public.

El Jood said:
and that when he gets married his wife is going to be in media thats why he resigned and his brother SH. Tameem took over
Do you know who chooses whether the wife will/should appear in public?
 
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