ELBRUS, Russia, 9th July, 2025 – In a remarkable demonstration of determination and resilience, 17-year-old Fatima Abdulrahman Al Awadhi has become the youngest Emirati to reach the summit of Mount Elbrus, the tallest peak in Europe at 5,642 metres. This achievement propels Al Awadhi further in her quest for the prestigious “Seven Summits” challenge, a global mountaineering goal that she embraced after conquering Mount Kilimanjaro, Africa’s highest point, last year.
Guided by her enduring spirit and supported by UAE-based Finance House, which advocates youth empowerment, Al Awadhi overcame extreme weather and difficult terrain to raise the UAE flag atop the mountain. Her expedition sends a message of hope and inspiration to Arab youth, especially young women seeking to defy limits and make their mark.
Al Awadhi dedicated her achievement to President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and H.H. Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak, Chairwoman of the General Women’s Union, President of the Supreme Council for Motherhood and Childhood, and Supreme Chairwoman of the Family Development Foundation, honoring their continuous support for Emirati youth and women.
Quoted from Fatima Abdulrahman Al Awadhi:
“Reaching this summit was only possible because of the unwavering support of our leadership. I dedicate this achievement to those who taught us that nothing is beyond our reach.”
A symbol of the aspirations of young Emiratis, Al Awadhi blends her adventurous passion with community engagement. Drawing on her experience in leadership and volunteering, she plans to launch environmental and humanitarian initiatives to aid underprivileged communities and safeguard the natural environment.
She emphasized the collective significance of her mission, expressing,
Quoted from Fatima Abdulrahman Al Awadhi:
“It is a message that Emirati and Arab youth, especially young women, are capable of leading, exploring and making a meaningful impact.”
Al Awadhi also paid heartfelt tribute to her family, highlighting,
Quoted from Fatima Abdulrahman Al Awadhi:
“To my mother, Dr. Amal Al Qubaisi, you are my anchor and my strength. And to my late father, Abdulrahman Al Awadhi, your guidance taught me to aim for the skies with steady steps.”
Through her record-setting expedition and commitment to community action, Fatima Abdulrahman Al Awadhi continues to inspire a generation poised to make an impact in the UAE and beyond.
Team V.4-EM-UAE
