Alreem Hussain, 40 Under 40

Alreem Hussain

Explosives Expert Assistant, Dubai Police Headquarters, UAE

Alreem Hussain, an explosives assistant expert, has spent her entire four-year law enforcement career at the Dubai Police's General Department of Protective Security and Emergency, specifically in the Explosives Security Department. She is the first female officer to attain this position within the UAE. She has actively participated in numerous operations and tasks, including identifying, diagnosing, and mitigating explosive-related problems. Her role extends to post-blast investigations, where she analyzes explosive effects, identifies IED components, and collects evidence. Additionally, she has played an integral role in security search missions to ensure the security of various events and provide a high level of assurance in the Dubai police command. 

Ms. Hussain has attended numerous incidents and managed operations related to a wide variety of explosive materials. Her contributions have been instrumental in implementing the Explosives Security Department’s SOPs, and she has participated in several international security scenarios. 

In addition, Ms. Hussain was nominated by senior leaders to lead the Women's Affairs Department, and she is a member of the Women's Police Council in Dubai Police, where she successfully empowered women in explosive fields and contributed to achieving the agency's gender equality objectives. She established the first all-women team specializing in security searches and explosives disposal. 

Ms. Hussain holds an MSc degree in Explosive Ordnance Engineering. She has received acknowledgments and appreciation from the Swedish Police, the U.S. Navy, and U.S. Department of Justice for her efforts in the field of bomb disposal. She is a member of numerous teams and professional bodies, the most prominent of which are the Institute of Explosives Engineers and Collective Awareness to UXO.  

 

“I am motivated and enthused to broaden my knowledge and explore theories to deliver technical excellence with my organization and serve the community.” 

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