DBWC summit discusses women’s input in growth and development

  • Date: 09-Mar-2021
  • Source: Gulf Today
  • Sector:Economy
  • Country:UAE
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DBWC summit discusses women’s input in growth and development

Participants in the summit, organised by the Dubai Business Women Council. The Dubai Business Women Council (DBWC), concluded the virtual summit "Dare To Dream: A Celebration of Fearless Women", which was held in cooperation with Kompass Consultancy and the support of Abu Dhabi School of Government (ADSG). The virtual summit was held to mark International Women's Day and in recognition of the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women. The theme for the summit is aligned with the United Nation's theme for IWD 2021, "Choose to Challenge", which encourages everyone to challenge and call out instances of gender bias and inequality. The Dare To Dream Summit featured women and men from different cultures and various walks of life, including the Middle East, Africa, Turkey, and Kosovo to highlight women's achievements and celebrate the men who have accelerated women's equality, diversity, and inclusion. The full-day virtual event included interviews, panel discussions, case studies, presentations, and networking opportunities for the participants. 50% of the digital forum's ticket sales will be donated to IMBUMBA Foundation in South Africa, in support of their Caring 4 Girls, an initiative which provides sanitary products to vulnerable girls in South Africa. The summit was a perfect