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Zawya
2 days ago
- Business
- Zawya
Khaleej Times' ‘We the Women' Conference returns to Dubai for fourth edition, championing ambition and empowerment
We the Women returns for its fourth edition on October 29, 2025, at The Address Skyview, Dubai, bringing together influential women from across industries to share insights, challenges, and real-world solutions. Led by Emmy-nominated journalist Barkha Dutt, the conference fosters candid conversations on ambition, identity, leadership, and mental well-being — providing a safe space for connection and community. With the UAE leading in gender parity and innovation, the event reflects the country's ongoing commitment to supporting women in business, policy, media, and beyond — attracting both global aspirants and home-grown talent. Dubai: The secret is out: there has never been a better time to be a woman of ambition. Especially in the UAE, which believes in helping women realise their dreams. With a number of aspirants flocking to the country for the chance to make their business ideas come to fruition and homegrown and innovative plans in the works, this is the perfect moment for the Khaleej Times' event We the Women, which will return for its fourth edition to Dubai's Address Skyview on October 29, 2025. The one-day conference – which brings together women from the entrepreneurial field to talk about their experiences, their challenges and tips to overcome obstacles – will be helmed by Emmy-nominated journalist Barkha Dutt in association with KT Events. The series celebrates the achievements of women from across the board --- from policymakers and politicians to influencers and business leaders, who offer real-time practical advice, anecdotes, and solutions to challenges that women in the workplace face on a daily basis. In the past, We The Women's stage in the UAE has ho0sted luminaries such as first Emirati filmmaker Nayla Al Khaja, paralympian Jessica Smith, podcaster Tracy Harmoush, influencer Noor Stars, Emirati athlete Hana Nabulsi, founder of Cinema Akil Butheina Kazim, Dubai Economy and Tourism's Suhaila Ghubash, among others. At the helm of the event is the renowned Indian journalist Barkha Dutt, who has been at the forefront of the dialogue on women's empowerment in India. She is an Emmy-nominated journalist and Washington Post columnist, and the curator of the We The Women conference, having established it as a leading women-centric conference in India. Reflecting on the conference's UAE success, Dutt said, 'This conference brings together women from all spheres of life and stages of growth – offering opportunities for them to connect, network, and gain solutions to problems they didn't even know existed sometimes. We aim to educate, empower, and bring to the surface issues that impact real women in the real world on an everyday basis. Together, we can find a solution, a way forward.' 'Being at the top often comes at the price of loneliness,' Dutt has said before, adding that in her experience, 'at every stage, you have to fight at least four or five times harder, and when you get success, there will be people who will try to punish you for your ambition, professionalism and competence. Sometimes, you get noticed easily because you are a woman doing a job that's associated with a man. But sometimes because they notice you more, they also judge you more. But here, with this conference, we work towards making our own tribe, our little support system that can help us weather any storm.'
Khaleej Times
18-06-2025
- Business
- Khaleej Times
KT's climate action conference to return for 4th edition on September 17
UAE's premier climate action conference, Journey to Net Zero – UAE 2025, is back with its fourth edition happening on September 17 at Kempinski Central, Downtown Dubai. Organised by KT Events, this high-impact business forum is built around the powerful theme 'Local Action, Global Impact', spotlighting the UAE's leadership in translating bold sustainability commitments into measurable, sector-wide outcomes. As the global momentum toward decarbonisation accelerates, this forum convenes top-level decision-makers from across government, business, and innovation ecosystems to address the practical, financial, and technological dimensions of the UAE's Net Zero 2050 Charter. With a curated agenda that spans sustainable real estate, climate tech, green mobility, energy transition, responsible retail, ESG integration, and digital sustainability, the 2025 edition goes beyond ambition, focusing on how national policy is being operationalised through public-private collaboration and commercially scalable solutions. Held in the heart of Dubai, the conference brings together Chief Sustainability Officers, CEOs, ESG leaders, energy transition directors, investment heads, public policy stakeholders, and innovators driving systemic change across critical sectors. It will explore how companies are embedding sustainability into core strategy, how supply chains are being restructured for climate readiness, and how technology, from carbon-neutral data centres to smart logistics, is enabling the next phase of low-carbon transformation. The forum also addresses regulatory readiness and ESG compliance, offering clarity on mandatory disclosures, green financing frameworks, and the evolving expectations placed on businesses operating in the region. Delegates will engage with real case studies, learn from regional pioneers, and connect with decision-makers who are shaping the country's climate response on the ground. Designed as a solutions-oriented platform for those leading the charge in sustainability, Journey to Net Zero – UAE 2025 marks a pivotal opportunity to align with the UAE's Vision 2031, accelerate green innovation, and build partnerships that position climate responsibility as both a business imperative and a competitive advantage. Join us this September in Dubai and be part of the UAE's most critical climate dialogue — where local innovation meets global ambition.
Khaleej Times
20-05-2025
- Health
- Khaleej Times
UAE: Taking a break from work to hit the gym? How executives can model work-life balance
Healthy work environments begin with what employees see from their leaders — not just what they're told. Culture shifts through example, not just memos. That was the message echoed by HR leaders during the Future Workforce Summit 2025, held at the Address Sky View Hotel in Dubai, where work-life harmony took centre-stage as a critical pillar of modern workplace culture. At the summit, Anam Irfan, an HR executive and wellness advocate, said, 'There's no such thing as perfect balance,' she said. 'But harmony is achievable — if leaders model it. Employees are watching. What we normalise from the top is what becomes culture.' She recounted an example from her own experience working with a C-suite executive in a major digital firm in the GCC. The executive prioritised his personal wellness by blocking time mid-day to visit the gym — a small act that led to a 25 per cent to 30 per cent increase in employees doing the same. 'When the leader made wellness visible and unapologetic, others felt safe to follow,' Irfan added. 'That's how culture shifts — through example, not just memos.' Irfan also pointed out that in the GCC region, many professionals — especially expatriates — face heightened job insecurity, which makes it even more crucial for leaders to signal that taking care of one's health is not just acceptable but expected. 'This isn't like being in your home country where job transitions feel safe. Here, people hold on tightly to their roles. That's why leadership's role in normalising balance is even more vital,' she said. Culture and accountability go hand-in-hand The Future Workforce Summit 2025, organised by KT Events and held at the Address Sky View Hotel in Dubai, is designed to spark vital conversations about the workplace and challenge traditional norms in the UAE and beyond. Mirray Fahim, People & Organisation Director at Novo Nordisk UAE, expanded on this message with concrete examples of how accountability for wellness is embedded at every level of her organisation. 'We don't just talk about wellness — we measure it,' she said. 'You can't manage what you don't measure.' At Novo Nordisk, an annual engagement survey called Evolve includes dedicated questions about stress, physical well-being, and whether employees feel their company cares about them. These results aren't just stored in HR files — they're tied to leadership performance reviews and even bonuses. 'Leaders are held accountable. If their teams show low engagement or high stress, they're enrolled in targeted support programs with organisational psychologists to unpack the 'why' and improve,' Fahim shared. She emphasised that the data shows a clear link — high engagement correlates strongly with lower stress, and the reverse is also true. For Novo Nordisk, wellness is not a 'nice to have' but a business imperative. Prevention pays off — literally Fahim also highlighted Novo Nordisk's global initiative, NovoHealth, which focuses on six pillars of preventive care — including mental health, fitness, and regular health checks. 'We offer every employee gym memberships, yoga classes, even a home treadmill,' she noted. 'Some might say that's a luxury. But our insurance data shows it saves us 2 to 4 times the cost over time, when we prevent chronic conditions.' This long-term view, she explained, has led the company to design benefits that span life stages — whether it's 14 weeks of paid parental leave, fully paid caregiver leave for employees with aging parents, or remote work flexibility for those going through personal challenges. She closed with a deeply human example — when an employee dealing with a high-risk pregnancy asked for extended unpaid leave, the company instead worked with her to redesign her role to be remote-friendly — ensuring her health, income, and peace of mind were all preserved. 'We saw her as a whole person, not just a worker. That's what wellness really means.' The session made it clear that the future of healthy workplaces lies not in slogans or superficial benefits, but in the willingness of leaders to model wellness, take accountability for their teams' emotional climate, and treat employees as humans first. As Irfan put it, 'if we want healthier workspaces, the change has to start with us. We build the blueprint through our behavior. Culture is contagious.'
Zawya
25-04-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Future Workforce Summit 2025 by Khaleej Times Events to pioneer the transformation of human resources in the UAE
Dubai: The UAE's most influential minds in HR, talent development, and workforce innovation are gathering for Future Workforce Summit 2025 taking place on Wednesday, April 30, at Address Sky View Hotel in Dubai. Organised by KT Events, the one-day summit themed 'Innovate, Inspire, Transform, reflects the UAE's commitment to being a global talent hub across sectors such as technology, healthcare, finance, and renewable energy. The summit will also examine how organisations adapt to the expectations of Gen-Z employees – from redefining workplace values to creating inclusive and purpose-driven environments. The Future Workforce Summit 2025 is designed to spark vital conversations, challenge traditional norms, and redefine the future of work in the UAE and beyond. Pillars of workplace culture It will be a day of visionary dialogues and transformational insights. The summit will start with a keynote exploring the synergy between talent, technology, and organisational culture. Topics throughout the day will cover how AI is transforming HR through smarter recruitment and workforce planning. There will also be a discussion on the importance of employer branding in attracting and retaining top talent, and how mental health and employee well-being are becoming core pillars of workplace culture. A dedicated session will shed light on nationalisation strategies and their role in building a future-ready workforce in the UAE. Leadership development will take centre stage, with focus on empathy, adaptability, and the power of continuous learning. Rounding out the agenda, the discussion will explore the UAE's transformation into a global talent destination and how business-friendly policies, sectoral demand, and visionary leadership are shaping the region's workforce strategy. Honouring top CHROs A major highlight of the day will be the exclusive curtain reveal of the 'Top CHRO Leaders of the Year', celebrating outstanding individuals who have redefined HR leadership across the region. These changemakers will be honoured for their strategic vision, people-first culture, and transformative impact in shaping the workforce of tomorrow. This recognition will add a special note of inspiration and celebration to the summit. Championing nationalisation, inclusion The summit will also deep dive into the role of localisation in workforce planning by highlighting the importance of integrating cultural awareness with global HR best practices. Attendees will gain insights into how Emiratisation and similar initiatives are actively redefining talent strategies in the UAE, while maintaining the country's competitive edge. This summit is more than just a gathering, it's a movement to reimagine the future of work. It is a platform where innovation meets strategy, and where ideas become actions.
Khaleej Times
24-04-2025
- Business
- Khaleej Times
Redefining the future of work in the UAE and beyond
The UAE's most influential minds in HR, talent development, and workforce innovation are gathering for the 'Future Workforce Summit 2025' taking place on April 30 at Address Sky View Hotel in Dubai. Organised by KT Events, the one-day summit themed 'Innovate, Inspire, Transform,' reflects the UAE's commitment to being a global talent hub across sectors such as technology, healthcare, finance and renewable energy. The summit will also examine how organisations adapt to the expectations of Gen-Z employees — from redefining workplace values to creating inclusive and purpose-driven environments. The 'Future Workforce Summit 2025' is designed to spark vital conversations, challenge traditional norms and redefine the future of work in the UAE and beyond. Pillars of workplace culture It will be a day of visionary dialogues and transformational insights. The summit will start with a keynote exploring the synergy between talent, technology and organisational culture. Topics throughout the day will cover how AI is transforming HR through smarter recruitment and workforce planning. There will also be also be a discussion on the importance of employer branding in attracting and retaining top talent and how mental health and employee well-being are becoming core pillars of workplace culture. A dedicated session will shed light on nationalisation strategies and their role in building a future-ready workforce in the UAE. Leadership development will take centre stage, with focus on empathy, adaptability and the power of continuous learning. Rounding out the agenda, the discussion will explore the UAE's transformation into a global talent destination and how business-friendly policies, sectoral demand and visionary leadership are shaping the region's workforce strategy. GCC's Most Influential HR Leaders List A major highlight of the day will be the exclusive curtain reveal of 'GCC's Most Influential HR Leaders List', celebrating outstanding individuals who have redefined HR leadership across the region. These changemakers will be honoured for their strategic vision, people-first culture and transformative impact in shaping the workforce of tomorrow. This recognition will add a special note of inspiration and celebration to the summit. Championing nationalisation, inclusion The summit will also deep dive into the role of localisation in workforce planning by highlighting the importance of integrating cultural awareness with global HR best practices. Attendees will gain insights into how Emiratisation and similar initiatives are actively redefining talent strategies in the UAE, while maintaining the country's competitive edge. This summit is more than just a gathering, it's a movement to reimagine the future of work. It is a platform where innovation meets strategy and where ideas become actions.
