Sheikha Hanadi bint Nasser al-Thani, founder and chairperson of Amwal, will host a roundtable event in Qatar later this year following her appointment as a member of the Pearl Initiative Board of Governors.
The roundtable discussion will focus on ‘Women’s careers in the GCC — the CEO agenda’, a breakthrough study conducted by the Pearl Initiative, the leading independent private sector-led, not-for-profit organisation working across the Gulf Region to influence and improve corporate accountability and transparency.
Sheikha Hanadi said, “The Pearl Initiative has made significant strides towards establishing our region as an accountable and transparent business hub. This is setting the foundation for future sustainable growth, in which all members of our society are empowered with the ability to contribute to the success of their community, their country and its economy.
“‘Women’s careers in the GCC — the CEO agenda’ report in particular establishes a strong overview of the role of women in the region’s workforce, and highlights the key steps that should be taken by business leaders in order to drive gender inclusiveness at senior levels in organisations. It is a pleasure and privilege to be part of such a compelling cause, which echoes my own sentiments for enabling growth through productive employment and entrepreneurship for all.”
“We are honoured to have Her Excellency Sheikha Hanadi join our Board of Governors, and help lead the drive towards higher business standards,” said Imelda Dunlop, executive director, Pearl Initiative. “The Pearl Initiative is committed to raising standards of corporate governance, transparency, accountability and integrity, using the example of positive leadership as a crucial element in encouraging positive change.
“Her Excellency Sheikha Hanadi is an influential figure who exemplifies our purpose through her beliefs, her vocational prowess, and her dedication to fostering constructive societal transformation. We look forward to her championing the recommendations of our ‘Women’s Careers in the GCC — The CEO Agenda’ at the upcoming roundtable.”
Pearl Initiative’s ‘Women’s careers in the GCC — the CEO agenda’ was launched at the inaugural Pearl Initiative and United Nations Global Compact regional Forum held in Dubai under the Patronage of Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohamed bin Rashid al-Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai. It follows a GCC-wide research programme on women in senior management, conducted by the Pearl Initiative in collaboration with United Nations Global Compact and the Sharjah Business Women Council.
The report, supported by Alwaleed bin Talal Foundation, GE, PwC, and Tamer Group, examines the position of women on the corporate ladder across the Region, and seeks to determine what can be done to increase equity in the workplace at senior levels.
Sheikha Hanadi: Significant strides.
