Women all across the world are emerging from the shadows of the home and taking on leadership positions in sectors that were previously regarded to be exclusively male realms. Many experts have commented on women's leadership, their position, how they lead, the challenges they face while leading a company or organisation, and how they have achieved great results in their leadership throughout history. It is vital to recognise that leadership is the process through which a person socially influences another individual or a group to finish a task and achieve desired results. Women are becoming more assertive in all spheres of social, economic, and political life.

Women in Abu Dhabi have historically struggled to advance in their careers and hold positions of leadership owing to a number of cultural and religious concerns. Traditions and restrictions typically hinder women from fully engaging in their country's economy and politics.

In recent years, women self-employment has increased significantly in Abu Dhabi, with women presently beginning new enterprises at a speedier rate than men. Several studies have revealed that the number of women entrepreneurs is constantly growing, and that official data may be understated in some circumstances. Women's economic security is increasingly recognised as vital to their own well-being, the well-being of their families, and their empowerment, albeit it is not always acknowledged. Women's empowerment in the country is visible, as they make up a significant portion of the workforce and are nothing short of a roaring success.

Our mandate at Women Entrepreneur Magazine has always been to highlight exemplary women in leadership roles. In keeping with our motto, the current issue of the Women Entrepreneur Magazine features a list of `Top 10 Women Leaders from Abu Dhabi'. Compiled by a panel of industry veterans, CEOs, CXOs and the Women Entrepreneur Magazine editorial team, the list features prolific women who have not only crafted illustrious careers but have also been at the forefront of the corporate landscape in Abu Dhabi.