Under the patronage of HRH Princess Haya Bint Al Hussein, wife of HH Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, NAWF was first launched in Dubai in 2007, and then moved to Beirut where it was held in 2008, 2009 and 2010 under the patronage of H.E. Wafaa Michel Suleiman and under the patronage of the Minister of Social Affairs H.E. Mr. Wael Abou Faour in 2012. NAWF has now established itself as a pioneering, widely attended annual event in the region, and building on its huge success, our aim is to continue to develop and widen its scope, impact and authority in the Arab world.
NAWF is an ideal platform for open and lucid discussions of the many vital issues concerned with the evolving role of women in Arab society, political life and business, as well as prospects and challenges achieved through the 3 below crucial factors but ever-present :
Voicing the hopes, aims and concerns of the Arab contemporary woman relevant and most up-to-date subjects are brought forward through high caliber speakers covering a wide range of lively and sensitive issues handled in a professional and cultured manner, of interest to women and men alike including: current status and leadership of Arab women in political, business life, and society in general, women and the media, sexuality, education, creativity, and culture amongst others.
Moreover, leading female figures from all over the world are chosen to indulge NAWF’s audience with their life achievements, many of whom having struggled and fought hard to leave their strong mark in society.
The forum’s success is such that it has brought together more than 600 high-profile speakers and participants from nearly 30 countries over the last three years, including first ladies, government ministers & public officials, business leaders, social scientists, writers and journalists, artists and actresses, heads of NGOs and other social institutions, as well as human rights and freedom activists.
Twitter
Facebook
LinkedIn
Google Buzz