Womenpreneur Middle East Staff

Dedicated editors fueling women's empowerment by crafting captivating narratives that inspire, inform, and celebrate their diverse journeys.

Iranian Chess Player Competes in International Tournament

Amid ongoing anti-government protests in Iran, an Iranian chess player, Sara Khadem, has participated in an international tournament without wearing a hijab, marking another instance of Iranian sportswomen challenging the country’s strict dress codes. The protests, ignited in mid-September following the death of Mahsa Amini in custody of morality police, have brought Iranians from all…

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Emirati Achieves Milestone as First UAE National to be Certified Ikebana Instructor in Japan

In a remarkable achievement bridging cultures, Amani Alshehhi has become the first UAE national to attain the certification of Ikebana Instructor from the esteemed Ohara School of Ikebana in Japan. Alongside this honor, she was also bestowed with the Ikebana name “Misaki,” meaning ‘beautiful bloom’. Ikebana, the Japanese art of flower arrangement, carries a history…

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UAE-Japan Forum Empowers Women in Energy Industry, Supported by Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak

In a resounding testament to the commitment towards empowering women in the energy sector, the 16th forum of the UAE-Japan Friendship Committee for Women Career Development was recently convened in Abu Dhabi. The forum, held under the esteemed patronage of Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak, Chairwoman of the General Women’s Union, aimed to provide a platform…

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Awakening through Film”: Butheina Kazim’s Cinematic Journey Explored in Vogue and Gucci Bloom’s The Awakening Series

In the latest installment of Vogue and Gucci Bloom’s The Awakening series, film curator Butheina Kazim takes center stage, celebrating her journey of self-discovery and inspiration through the world of cinema. Set against the picturesque backdrop of Dibba, a coastal area in the Arabian Peninsula, the fourth film in the series captures Kazim’s profound reflection…

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