Africa Industrialization Day

   This event will showcase initiatives, results and good practices that advance gender equality in industry. Through lived experiences and concrete examples, speakers will illustrate how gender-responsive policies , inclusive value chains , and approaches to advance gender equality in entrepreneurship and the workplace are driving change. Related Sites and Documents:  Global Industry Summit . Watch Empowerment through inclusion: proven strategies for gender equality in industry! Meetings & Events

   The event will spotlight women's leadership in industry through TED-style talks from a dynamic panel of women entrepreneurs, leaders and innovators. Despite persistent barriers to finance, technology, and networks, women are driving industrial transformation, especially amid green and digital transitions. The session will showcase real-world stories of resilience and innovation, promote inclusive entrepreneurship, and inform gender-responsive policies. Related Sites and Documents:  Global Industry Summit . Watch ambition and Impact: Women shaping the Future of Industry! Meetings & Events =

The WEIF 2019 was officially inaugurated on November 11th concurrently with the 18th Arab Businessmen and Investors Conference by His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince, Deputy Supreme Commander and First Deputy Prime Minister on behalf of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, the King of Bahrain. On November 12th the WEIF 2019 was officially inaugurated with an opening statement by HH Shaikh Faisal bin Rashid bin Isa Al Khalifa, Vice President of the Supreme Council for Environment and HE Ms. Fatou Haidara, UNIDO Managing Director Corporate Management and Operations, in addition to an opening statement by the Ministry of Industry, Commerce and Tourism. Ms. Fatou Haidara, UNIDO Managing Director emphasized in her opening remarks the need for more sustainability, inclusiveness and partnerships and the critical part that women and youth play in achieving the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and the 17 SDGs. Furthermore, she highlighted the ...