In anticipation of our upcoming
International Business Conference in the UAE in April 2026, the FWA is exploring the structural shifts driving gender parity in the region. From parliamentary representation to corporate governance, women are at the forefront of the UAE’s strategic growth. This four-part series provides an essential briefing on the economic and political influence of women in the UAE today, offering a preview of the landscape our attendees will experience firsthand.
When people think about leadership in the UAE, the public sector is not always the first place they look - yet it is one of the most powerful examples of women shaping the nation’s future.
Nearly two-thirds of public-sector roles in the UAE are held by women, with
approximately 30% serving in leadership positions - figures that far exceed many global averages. Women are leading ministries, shaping national strategy, and driving progress across numerous sectors.
Their influence extends well beyond national borders.
Women also make up 30% of the UAE’s diplomatic corps, serving as ambassadors and representatives around the world - defining global engagement in a way that is visible, institutional, and transformative.
The Financial Women’s Association invites you to experience this leadership firsthand at our International Business Conference in Abu Dhabi and Dubai, April 2026. Discover a region where women are shaping policy, guiding national vision, and representing their country on the global stage.
Register by March 1 to lock in preferred rates ($2000 members | $2500 non-members). After this date, registration fees increase to $2500 for members and $3000 for non-members.
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