“Women’s Day” events and dialogues seek an equal world
A message out loud from the heart of "Expo Dubai"... to break prejudice
Reem Al Hashemi: "On International Women's Day, we celebrate the women who have overcome barriers in various sectors, and the men who have supported them."
The global event seeks to break stereotypes and discrimination against women.
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Expo 2020 Dubai has revealed a full program of events, which it will organize in the context of the celebration of International Women's Day, which falls on the eighth of March, and will be held this year under the slogan "# Breaking Prejudice", with the aim of presenting a vision of a world where gender equality prevails, in which women are able to Realizing her hopes, and exploiting the energies she possesses.
Through this series of events, which will deliver a noble message out loud, the international event will bring together global leaders and pioneers to discuss ways to overcome barriers that hinder the advancement of women in politics, business and culture.
It will celebrate the women who have already broken the barrier of prejudice, in line with the goal of achieving gender equality and women's empowerment.
Organized by the Women's Pavilion at Expo 2020, in cooperation with Cartier, the Breaking Prejudice gathering and the forum of the same name will include a selection of speakers whose discussions will revolve around #BreakingPrejudice, with the aim of identifying ways to overcome prejudice, break stereotypes and discrimination against women, and will conclude Celebrations at Al Wasl Square, the beating heart of Expo 2020 Dubai, with a ceremony organized by Cartier under the Dome of Al Wasl.
women's voices
Reem Al Hashemi, Minister of State for International Cooperation and Director General of Expo 2020 Dubai, said: “The world still faces exceptional challenges, and it is clear that these issues cannot be resolved without listening to the voices of women who make up half the world’s population, and we must address stereotypes and cultural norms. and societal conditions that cause prejudice against women and impede their ability to contribute, a change that cannot be achieved with one policy or one party alone.
She added: "On International Women's Day, we celebrate the women who have overcome barriers in various sectors and the men who have supported them, and welcome the world at Expo 2020 Dubai, to learn how each of us can provide an environment that empowers women, an environment that ultimately guarantees a brighter future for all of humanity." ».
For his part, President and CEO of Cartier International, Cyril Vignon, considered “women’s empowerment and achieving gender equality a shared responsibility for all,” explaining that “Breaking Bias Forum represents an unprecedented opportunity for stakeholders from various sectors, to exchange views on what We can do this together.
Engaging in constructive dialogues that shed light on the outstanding achievements and obstacles that stand in the way of this process, enhances our readiness and our ability to advance the wheel of progress at a faster pace.
He continued, "We all hope that you will join us in these events, and that your participation in them will be a source of inspiration because humanity thrives with the flourishing of women."
rich discussions
Ohood Al Roumi, Minister of State for Government Development and the Future, will open the "Breaking Prejudice" activities to talk about the UAE's vision for the future, after women played a pivotal role in all fields.
Women's leadership in various sectors will be the focus of the event, as the Assistant Secretary-General of the United Nations and Deputy Executive Director of UN Women, Anita Bhatia, will address the public through the events hosted by the "Dubai Expo".
A dedicated session on diplomacy, featuring leaders and diplomats from the UAE, Switzerland and Paraguay, will highlight the 2022 edition of the Women in Diplomacy Index, an annual publication issued by the Anwar Gargash Diplomatic Academy.
The program includes a session on diplomacy and a face-to-face conversation with Ambassador Gina Abercrombie Winstanley, Chief Diversity and Inclusion Officer at the US State Department.
Among the most prominent events of the International Women's Day at the "Expo Dubai", musical performances, throughout the day, and a photography exhibition featuring several creators.
It is scheduled to host the Breaking Prejudice Forum - organized by the Women's Pavilion at Expo 2020 Dubai, in cooperation with Cartier, Sheikha Lubna bint Khalid bin Sultan Al Qasimi, the first female minister in the UAE, who assumed responsibility for several ministerial portfolios, to share her vast and complex experiences. with attendance.
The “Redefining Women’s Future” session will feature policy makers and leaders who have taken it upon themselves to create a more equal future for women, by challenging stereotypes that pervade different cultures and sectors, including Bangladeshi Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, and the diplomatic advisor to His Highness the Head of State, Dr. Anwar. Gargash, and the Director-General of the World Trade Organization, Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala.
Celebrities will talk about how stereotypes are changing in popular culture.
A select group of celebrities will inspire the audience by reading aloud written messages to the next generation of girls inviting them to take their rightful place in society to advance the march of gender equality.
• March 8, marks International Women's Day, which is being held this year under the slogan “Breaking Prejudice”.
Breathtaking show
The theme of the concert hosted by Al-Wasl Dome and organized by Cartier is also scheduled to go in line with the rich programs of the day, where the poet Amy Mahmoud will take the stage, among other performers, with the participation of the Thomas Roussel Orchestra, who promises to present a breathtaking show, as well as a dance show. And charming music.
The celebration on International Women’s Day comes within the framework of the events organized by the “Human and Planet Earth” program of “Expo 2020 Dubai”, which revolves around the 10 weeks of topics that provide the opportunity to exchange new and inspiring perspectives, to confront the biggest challenges, and to identify the most important opportunities involved in our current era. .