Abu Dhabi:His Highness Sheikh Zayed bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Chairman of the Community-Managed Virtual Authority, has appointed Marwah Fadel as the Authority's first Director-General.

According to Emirates News Agency, the appointment follows a resolution by His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister, and Chairman of the Presidential Court, which established the Community-Managed Virtual Authority under the Presidential Court in line with directives from UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan.

The Authority is inspired by the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan's approach, emphasizing community participation and the rotation of executive management roles among skilled community members. This strategy aims to ensure the Authority's work aligns with national priorities and achieves its intended positive impact.

Marwah Fadel, previously the Director of Communications and Public Relations at Emirates Foundation, brings extensive experience in media and strategic communications from her work with the Abu Dhabi Government, the private sector, and the federal government. She holds a Master's degree in Strategic Public Relations and is a participant in the UAE National Experts Programme's media track. Her background includes advanced studies in leadership, strategic thinking, and innovation at renowned international institutions, enhancing her ability to connect vision with institutional implementation.