February 27th, 2018, Dubai (UAE): Half of British women have no long-term financial plan and almost a third have no pension, according to a recent study. The alarming research, commissioned by financial services firm Holborn Assets, also revealed that although 30 per cent of those quizzed were in sole charge of their own budgets, one in...
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Abu Dhabi-based sustainability initiatives pledge to make a difference at WEEGS
Dec 7th, 2017, Abu Dhabi (UAE): Abu Dhabi Future Energy Company (Masdar), the Zayed Future Energy Prize (ZFEP), Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week (ADSW) and the Women in Sustainability, Environment and Renewable Energy (WiSER) initiative have pledged to support the advancement of women as drivers of sustainable economic growth. All four Abu Dhabi-based sustainability initiatives were...
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Taking the Agenda of Advancing Emirati Women in Economy a Step Ahead
December 6th, 2017, Sharjah (UAE): Of women, by women, for women, was the vibe at the women-only panel, which kick-started day twos proceedings today (Tuesday) at the Womens Economic Empowerment Global Summit (WEEGS 2017). HH Sheikha Jawaher bint Mohammed Al Qasimi, wife of His Highness the Ruler of Sharjah, Chairperson of NAMA and Honorary Patron...
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Concrete Steps to Promote Womens Leadership in Economic Growth Taken at WEEGS
December 6th, 2017, Sharjah (UAE): The first Womens Economic Empowerment Global Summit (WEEGS 2017) signaled the implementation of one of the recommendations of the UN Secretary Generals High-level Panel Report on Womens Economic Empowerment, which was to address the issue of womens economic empowerment by working directly with female entrepreneurs with a specific focus on...
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Bridging the Gap between Women and Technology, Science, Health, Sports
December 6th, 2017, Sharjah (UAE): Technology is one many sectors that has been more accepting of men than their counterparts. With digital innovations taking the lead in economy, education and society globally, this reality needs to change and become more inclusive. The Womens Economic Empowerment Global Summit (WEEGS 2017) brought together leaders and role models...
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Massive Economic Losses A Consequence of Violence against Women
December 6th, 2017, Sharjah (UAE): Delegates at the Womens Economic Empowerment Global Summit, organised by NAMA Women Advancement Establishment, being held in Sharjah, have heard that the prevalence of violence against women is having a devastating effect on economies as well as the horrific trauma suffered by victims and families. Figures quoted in a panel...
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Special Interview: Phumzile Mlambo-Ngcuka, Executive Director, UN Women – Womens Economic Empowerment Global Summit
In the wake of the upcoming Womens Economic Empowerment Global Summit (WEEGS) to be held on 4th and 5th of December at Expo Centre Sharjah, Phumzile Mlambo-Ngcuka, Executive Director, UN Women, talks about the partnership with NAMA Women Advancement Establishment and the expected major outcomes of the much awaited summit. With a determined focus on...
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Sharjah UAE Ruler Attends the First Womens Economic Empowerment Global Summit Inaugural Ceremony
December 4th, 2017, Sharjah (UAE): The first Womens Economic Empowerment Global Summit (WEEGS 2017) inaugurated today in the presence of His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Member of the Supreme Council Ruler of Sharjah, his wife, Her Highness Sheikha Jawaher bint Mohammed Al Qasimi, Chairperson of NAMA and Honorary Patron for Global Womens...
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WEEGS COVERAGE: Summit to Host Innovation and Entrepreneurship Sessions
November 30th, 2017, Sharjah (UAE): NAMA Women Advancement Establishment has announced that the first edition of the Women Economic Empowerment Global Summit (WEEGS) will include two interactive sessions on entrepreneurship and innovation for women, with the activities hosting an array of established female entrepreneurs providing tips on how to achieve success. Taking place December 4-5,...
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Seeing Red!
Being healthy and strong is synonymous with good hygiene, which is one of the reasons why the United Nations has adopted Good Health and Well-being as Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 3 as well as Water and Sanitation as SDG 6. These are among the top 10 of the 17 goals to end poverty, protect the...