The UAE marked the first Emirati Children’s Day on March 15 to coincide with the approval of "Wadeema's Law" (the UAE Child Protection Law) in 2016.

On March 8 each year, people around the world take part in efforts to celebrate the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women.

My son was born at 31 weeks, weighing a mere 1.7 kilograms and in need of intensive care. At almost five months, I left my son and went back to work. I was lucky to have the best support system, a very hands-on partner, and an incredible work environment. Yet I felt I was constantly failing.

It took Hollywood to finally bring abuse against women to everyone’s attention. Last week, many stars took a stance by wearing all black at the Golden Globes in a striking and symbolic show of solidarity with victims of sexual harassment.