Program Agenda

10:00 - 10:05

Welcome Address
Conchita Ponce
Founder, Doha Women Forum

10:05 - 10: 20

Women as a catalyst of change, the role of diplomacy
HE Jean-Baptiste Faivre
Ambassador of France to Qatar
Keynote Speaker

10:20- 10: 25

Dina Fakih
Deloitte Middle East - Head of Risk Advisory Qatar
Guest Speaker

10:25- 10: 35

Damian Regan
Deloitte Middle East
Sustainability Reporting & Assurance Leader Guest Speaker

10:35 - 10:45

Group Activity

10:45 - 11:25

Panel Discussion – “Women as Catalysts of Change in the Climate Crisis”
Women traditionally hold the role of primary caregivers in families and communities and as such are more vulnerable to the effects of climate change. And being on the front line of the climate-change crisis, they are also more suitable to be the agents of change. Research shows that when women are decision-makers, their communities do a better job at managing resources and women’s participation improves the efficiency of climate change programs. Women leaders don’t just promote people-centered policies, but their decisions are more planet centered.

Point of discussion:
How can we empower women to become leaders in the fight against climate change?

  1. Nihal Mohamed Al-Saleh – Project Manager, EARTHNA Center for a Sustainable Future
  2. Engr. Bodour Al Meer Executive Director, Supreme Committee for Delivery & Legacy.
  3. Khadeja Ahmad Albuhaliqa– Outreach Manager, Arab Youth Climate Movement Qatar
  4. Khadeeja Balkhi - Global Sustainability Expert, BSG
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Moderator: Neeshad Shafi,
Founder and Executive Director
Arab Youth Climate Movement Qatar

11:25 - 11:30

Q&A

11:30 - 11:40

Activity by Qatar Professional Women’s Network (QPWN)

11:40 – 11:55

One-on-one Interview with Mariam Farid, Qatar National Team Athlete

11:55 – 12:00

Activity by Naseem Healthcare

12:00 – 1:15

Lunch

12:00 – 1:15

A Fashion Show by HauteSide

1:25 – 2:00

Round table Discussion: Changing the game - Increasing women's
participation in sport

Sports has traditionally been male-dominated and even today women’s participation and governance in sports is much lower compared to men. Gender inequalities are prominent across sports, from representation at decision making levels to participation in sports including coaching. Women also face a general lack of safe and appropriate sports facilities, physical constraints, and lack of time due to childcare duties.

Point of discussion:
How can we promote women’s leadership and representation in governance, improve investment in women’s sports, promote equal opportunities and participation and bias-free representation in media?

1. Shaima Abdullah – Goalkeeper, Qatar National Team 
2. Jawaher Al Khuzaie – Director, Marketing & Communications, Gulf Warehousing Company (GWC)
3. Yasmian Ghanem – Qatar National Golfer
4. Heba Al Masri – Programs Manager,  Digital Incubation Center, Ministry of Communications and Information Technology 
6. Asma Lamali – HBKU Student

Moderator : Dianne Matibag,
Broadcaster and TV Presenter

2:00

Closing remarks / Coffee Break