AL AIN : The Al Ain Zoo, throughout 54 years of its operations, has made great strides in offering Women unique occupations and creating an inclusive work environment. It has attracted hundreds of highly qualified female professionals to take on positions in the fields of animal care, wildlife preservation and nature conservation.

With 95% of its female staff being UAE nationals, the Zoo has been one of the leading government institutions in supporting women and encouraging them to take an active role in unique fields that were rarely occupied by women in the Arab world in previous years.

The Zoo hired the first female Emirati birds of prey trainer, Animal Keepers, veterinarians, veterinary nurses, animal nutritionists, gardeners, laboratory and anatomy technicians, tour guides, Safari guides, as well as administrative and supervisory positions connected to wildlife preservation and animal care, which adds up to an impressive 204 female Emirati professionals in total.