‘Drivers of Change’ across sectors and disciplines will lead discussions on women’s economic inclusion at WEEGS 2019

Under the theme, ‘Drivers of Change’, the Women’s Economic Empowerment Global Summit (WEEGS) will take forward the important conversations on women advancement and empowerment in both economic and professional domains, in its upcoming second edition to be held on December 10 - 11 in Sharjah.

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Held under the patronage of Her Highness Sheikha Jawaher Bint Mohammed Al Qasimi, wife of His Highness the Ruler of Sharjah and Chairperson of NAMA Women Advancement Establishment (NAMA), WEEGS is organised by NAMA in collaboration with UN Women.

The theme, ‘Drivers of Change’, reflects the summit’s dedication to bolstering discussions with international decision-makers, developing current strategies, potential opportunities and case studies that enhance equitable opportunities for women in all sectors.

The theme, ‘Drivers of Change’, reflects the summit’s dedication to bolstering discussions with international decision-makers.

Through its programmes and pillars, the second edition of the summit seeks to create a sustainable action plan, with the focus being placed on key aspects that support ‘Drivers of Change’, most notably gender-responsive procurement, women’s participation in global value chains, Women’s Empowerment Principles (WEP) and women’s access to finance and funding.

Drivers of change will address labour market challenges women face 

The summit’s theme, ‘drivers of change’ was inspired by the challenges that women face in the global workplace, and will shine light on how fully harnessing women’s potential will create a more stable, prosperous future for the region.

Through the two-day discussions guided by the WEEGS 2019 theme, NAMA seeks to reinforce regional and global efforts to find effective and sustainable solutions for women’s economic inclusion.

The summit’s theme is ultimately a reassertion of NAMA’s faith in the ambitions of the UN Women’s indicators.

Reem BinKaram – We need to boost women’s role in achieving SDGs 2030 

HE Reem BinKaram, Director of NAMA, pointed out that WEEGS will evaluate women’s achievements in various economic sectors at the national, regional and global levels.

“The summit aims to develop relevant action plans and best practice mechanisms as well as identify strategies, which will widen the scope of these achievements and take them to more advanced levels,” she said.

“We look upon women in the region and the world as a united, coherent community. This vision is enshrined in our strategic partnership with UN Women and civil society organisations in many countries. It aligns with our belief that women are an indispensable human resource for the development of every nation. By helping create a better entrepreneurial ecosystem for women and enhancing their skills, we can really boost their role in achieving the 2030 Sustainable Development Goals,” added Reem BinKaram.

The summit’s theme is ultimately a reassertion of NAMA’s faith in the ambitions of the UN Women’s indicators, which tell a compelling story: “If women played an identical role in labour markets to that of men, as much as US$28 trillion, or 26 percent, could be added to the global annual GDP by 2025; the GDP of the USA and China combined.”