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The fourth edition of the Middle East Women Leaders Summit and Awards kicked off on Oct. 22 and will run until Oct. 23 in Dubai. The forum marks the evolution of contemporary leadership and inspires the next generation of women leaders, with the participation of local and regional speakers, panelists, financial experts, and business thought leaders.
This year, the experts are discussing the most important topics related to women’s empowerment, including: challenges and opportunities for empowering women, empowering women leaders for global leadership development through cultural exchange and dialogue, healthcare equity ensuring all have access to care through policy and community support, the pivotal role of women leaders in shaping future tech, driving innovation and fostering inclusivity and growth opportunities, HR women leaders’ role in guiding change, while increasing women’s hiring, empowering through education and offering training and upskilling to build women’s confidence and leadership skills, work-life challenges for women leaders across age groups, including caregiving, career goals, societal norms, and mental health, the role of women-led businesses in driving economic growth and job creation, initiatives that aim to increase the representation of women in technology leadership roles, and more.
Marwa Al-Mansoori, board member, Abu Dhabi Chamber of Commerce and Industry, said: “Conferences like the Women Leaders Summit are pivotal in advancing women’s empowerment in business. In particular, hearing from successful female entrepreneurs and leaders offers real-life examples of how women can excel in male-dominated industries and achieve leadership roles. These gatherings serve as the perfect opportunity for mentorship, networking, knowledge transfer, and skill-building for all involved.”