Her Excellency Sarah Al Amiri was appointed Minister of Education of the United Arab Emirates in July 2024. In this role, she oversees the development of educational policies and strategies in line with national aspirations. Her efforts aim to enhance the quality of educational outcomes and boost the efficiency and global competitiveness of the country’s educational sector.

Prior to this, Her Excellency served as Minister of State for Public Education and Advanced Technology, and Chairperson of the Emirates Schools Establishment from 2022 to 2024. During this time, she led the development of the public education sector in more than 500 schools across the UAE. She worked on improving the effectiveness of public schools, building the capacities of academic and administrative staff, and incorporating advanced sciences and technology into the public education system.

Her Excellency also chaired the UAE Space Agency from 2020 to 2024, where she oversaw the National Space Strategy 2030. Under her leadership, the agency achieved significant milestones that cemented the UAE's presence at the forefront of global space exploration.