DUBAI, UAE, Oct. 16, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The European Union
(EU) is convening a high-level global event aimed at shining the
spotlight on the formidable contributions of women in society,
exchanging best policy practices to accelerate women's empowerment
and showcasing political, business and society leaders who are
championing gender equality in the workplace.
The hybrid event, entitled 'Women and career progression: How
to fully harness human potential' is taking place on
22 October 2021 at the Women's
Pavilion by Expo 2020 Dubai and in partnership with the Embassies
of Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, the Commissariat General of
Italy for Expo 2020 Dubai and UN
Women.
The event is bringing together government leaders, business
executives, civil society actors, philanthropists, media
representatives and storytellers from across the globe, including
Mr. Stefan Schleuning, Head of Unit
at the EU Service for Foreign Policy Instruments (FPI); H.E.
Mona Ghanim Al-Marri, Vice President
of the UAE Gender Balance Council; HRH Princess Lamia Bint Majid Al Saud,
philanthropist and advocate for gender equality at Alwaleed
Philanthropies; Krister Nilsson,
State Secretary to Minister for Foreign Trade and Nordic Affairs of
Sweden, Mateja Ribič, State
Secretary to Minister of Labour, Family, Social Affairs and Equal
Opportunities of the Republic of Slovenia and Hayla Ghazal, YouTube vlogger, entrepreneur and
UN Change Ambassador, among others.
Speaking in the lead up to the event, H.E. Andrea Matteo Fontana, EU Ambassador to the UAE
and EU Commissioner General for Expo 2020 Dubai said: 'Gender
equality is a core value of the EU and a fundamental right. We are
proud that the EU is a global leader in gender parity.
However, women continue to be under-represented in the labour
market and decision-making positions both in politics and business
and they still carry a disproportionate burden of unpaid care
work – which has been accentuated by the pandemic.'
He further added: 'We are looking forward to a great exchange
with inspirational leaders and changemakers from around the world
to discuss how to accelerate women's career progression to unlock
human potential and build prosperous societies for all. We are also
excited to partner with the Women's Pavilion by Expo 2020 Dubai,
which is the first pavilion in Expo's history solely dedicated to
women.
Speaking ahead of the event, Dr. Mouza
Al Shehhi, Director, UN Women Liaison Office for the GCC
said: "UN Women is proud of its partnership with the EU to
advance women's economic empowerment and career progression. At
Expo2020, gender equality and women's rights are at the forefront
and our message about women's economic empowerment is clear: the
world needs strong participation and leadership from women in all
fields to build more robust economies, and more inclusive and
equitable societies, especially in a post COVID-19 world."
Gender inequality, if left unchanged, undermines global economic
stability. Investment in women empowerment reaps rewards across
generations, communities and countries, reshaping societies and
unlocking women's full potential. As a society, the onus lies with
each one of us. We must all continue to work collaboratively to
achieve gender parity. In doing so, we continue to challenge social
and cultural norms, all whilst contributing to the development of a
sustainable economy where no woman is left behind.', said Her Royal
Highness Princess Lamia Bint Majed Saud AlSaud, Secretary General
of Alwaleed Philanthropies.
To join the conversation virtually, you can register on:
Online Registration Form (123formbuilder.com)
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