Event description

The Atlantic Council’s Women Innovators Fellowship invites you to a public event titled “The WIn Fellowship: Driving tomorrow’s innovations through entrepreneurship” on Wednesday, November 27th at 9:30 a.m. UAE time.

As nations across the MENA region strive for sustainable growth and innovation through their economic plans, entrepreneurship emerges as a key driver for job creation, economic diversification, and social development.

Join us for a conversation exploring the crucial role of investing in women-led startups and supporting initiatives that empower women entrepreneurs in the MENA region. This gathering will highlight how advancing gender equality in the economy not only fosters innovation but also creates more job opportunities and attracts global investments, driving economic prosperity throughout the region.

Entrepreneurs, experts, and industry leaders will share insights on the transformative impact of women-led businesses on the MENA region’s economy, showcasing success stories and effective strategies that can contribute to a more inclusive economic landscape.

This event is part of the Global Women’s Forum. Please complete your registration by signing up on the Forum’s main portal.

Speakers

Agenda

Times below are in UAE time

9:30 a.m. – 9:35 a.m. | Opening remarks

Ambassador Martina Strong, US Ambassador to the United Arab Emirates

9:35 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. | Moderated discussion

Sabrin Rahman, Managing Director and Head of Sustainability, HSBS Europe, Middle East, Africa and Turkey
Jumana Darwish, UAE WIn Fellow and Founder, The Happy Box
Laura Mansour, Program Director, flat6labs UAE

Moderator: Nour Dabboussi, Assistant Director, WIn Fellowship

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