SAP Business Women’s Network and SAP Youth Council collaborate with Dubai Internet City focus on women’s participation
SAP Business Women’s Network and SAP Youth Council, in collaboration with Dubai Internet City have brought together senior women leaders from government and industry and young Emirati talent to discuss how more women can build and advance their careers in technology, help lead the UAE’s continued progress, and prepare the next generation for an increasingly AI-driven economy.
Held at Dubai Internet City under the theme ‘Intelligent Leadership – Women Driving AI, Digital Transformation & Sustainable Innovation’, the event combined an executive panel on the impact of AI and technology on the UAE’s future with an interactive Youth Circle.
“Emirati women have already demonstrated what they can achieve across government, business, science and technology. As AI changes the way we work, we need to ensure women have the skills, exposure and support to take advantage of the opportunities it creates,” said HE Sarah Alzaabi, Director General, Ras Al Khaimah Government, who delivered the keynote address and participated on the executive panel.
The theme, ‘We Emerge Stronger and Better’, focuses on building on the achievements of Emirati women and continuing their contribution to the UAE’s development.
Vital contributions
“Since the founding of the Union, Emirati women have helped shape the UAE’s progress and have made vital contributions across all sectors, including technology and entrepreneurship,” stated Ammar Al Malik, Executive Vice President, Commercial, TECOM Group and Managing Director, Dubai Internet City. “
SAP’s contribution to that shared ambition includes helping women and young people develop the skills and experience required as AI changes businesses and jobs. The SAP Business Women’s Network provides a community for women and allies that supports women’s development and advancement, while the SAP Youth Council provides a platform for younger employees to connect, learn and take an active role in multiple initiatives.
First-hand experience
Mouza AlMansoori, an Emirati AI Advisor at SAP who also serves as President of the SAP Youth Council, moderated the executive panel and brought first-hand experience of both areas to the discussion.
“Working in AI, I see how important it is to have the opportunity to learn, gain practical experience and hear from people who have already built successful careers. Bringing senior women leaders and young Emiratis into the same conversation gives us a chance to learn from each other and consider how we can increase women’s participation as technology continues to evolve,” she asserted.
One of the panellists at the event, Dr. Amina Abdulrahim, Executive Director of ICT and IT Security at American University of Sharjah, highlighted the need to prepare the next generation for a workplace in which both technology and the skills required to succeed are changing rapidly.
