DUBAI: Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, Dubai Women Establishment (DWE) is organising the Global Women’s Forum Dubai 2024 (GWFD 2024) on 26th and 27th November at Madinat Jumeirah.
The DWE will host the prestigious global event for the third time, bringing together international leaders, experts, and representatives of global organisations. This marks another occasion where the UAE, with its remarkable efforts in championing and empowering women, continues to be a torch-bearer for the world. The Forum will also highlight the UAE’s substantial contributions to advancing global sustainable development goals, underscoring the international community’s confidence in its ability to host major events.
H.H. Sheikha Manal bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, President of Dubai Women Establishment (DWE) and wife of His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister, and Chairman of the Pre
sidential Court, emphasised that the remarkable global standing and exceptional achievements of Emirati women across various sectors are the embodiment of the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan’s visionary approach to women’s empowerment. She highlighted the pivotal role of the continued support Emirati women receive under the leadership of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, which enables their empowerment and success.
Sheikha Manal stated, ‘We are honoured and proud to once again host the Global Women’s Forum, now in its third iteration, a platform that has emerged as a powerful global voice in championing the role of women across diverse development paths. This forum serves as a catalyst for impactful dialogue and inspiring sessions to find tangible solutions to the persistent challenges women still face in various regions of the world. By empowering women to fulfil their familial, social, economic, and political roles, as e
nvisioned in the 2030 Sustainable Development Goals, we contribute to a brighter future for all.’
She added that overcoming these challenges demands greater international collaboration and partnerships, a vital objective of the Forum.
H.H. Sheikha Manal also announced the Forum’s three central themes: ‘Future Economies, Future Societies’, ‘Collective Engagements, Collective Actions’, and ‘Impactful Technologies, Impactful Innovations’. These will serve as focal points for discussions and sessions during the event.
Over two days, the Forum will host various sessions and dialogues to explore the role of women in these crucial areas and propose solutions that enhance their participation across diverse sectors. Additionally, best practices will be showcased during workshops and high-level sessions to inspire governments and international organisations to advance women’s empowerment further.
H.H. Sheikha Manal emphasised that organising the Global Women’s Forum Dubai 2024 reflects the UAE’s unwavering commitme
nt to supporting women and amplifying their contributions across various fields. This initiative aligns with DWE’s strategic focus on strengthening global partnerships, which remains a top priority in its current strategic plan. Through these efforts, the Forum aims to drive significant progress in advancing the global women’s agenda.
She noted that the Forum serves as a vital platform to showcase the world’s most successful experiences and practices in supporting and empowering women while highlighting inspiring female role models across various fields. ‘We are committed to building on the success of the Global Women’s Forum Dubai, which achieved remarkable results in its 2016 and 2020 editions. The last edition saw the participation of over 3,000 attendees from 175 countries and featured more than 60 sessions with over 100 distinguished officials, visionary leaders, and influential figures.’
H.H. Sheikha Manal said that the Global Women’s Forum Dubai 2024 aims to spotlight the crucial roles women play in
governments and business, as well as their significant contributions to the global economy and society. The event seeks to develop policy frameworks and proposals that can guide governments in boosting women’s participation in the governmental, economic, and technical spheres. The Forum will also foster dialogue between the government, the private sector, and relevant partners to enhance women’s roles across all sectors.
Mona Ghanem Al Marri, Chairperson of the Board of Directors and Managing Director of Dubai Women Establishment, highlighted that the Forum will delve into a wide array of issues impacting policy, legislation, and public-private partnerships, as well as entrepreneurship, digital economies, and broader economic and social trends. She emphasised that the Forum’s themes address significant challenges in advancing women’s empowerment and gender equality, while presenting opportunities to solidify women’s rights and harness their talents to create sustainable economies and thriving societies. She
noted that, as the world evolves, these discussions are crucial to ensuring that women remain at the forefront of progress and innovation.
The Dubai Women Establishment announced the opening of registrations for the Global Women’s Forum Dubai 2024.
Source: Emirates News Agency
