Saudi Women Play a Pivotal Role in Achieving Record-Low Unemployment Rates

Saudi Arabia has achieved a remarkable milestone by reducing its unemployment rate to the lowest level in nearly five years. A combination of factors, including the swift government response to the COVID-19 pandemic, increased female participation in the workforce, and the economic reforms outlined in Vision 2030, have contributed to this significant achievement.According to the…

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Sheikha Bodour Al-Qasimi Advocates for Greater Female Influence in Tech Policy-Making

In a powerful address at the 2nd Women in Tech Global Summit in Paris, Sheikha Bodour Al-Qasimi, President of Sharjah Research, Technology and Innovation Park, emphasized the crucial need for increased female representation in technology policy-making. Sheikha Bodour Al-Qasimi, a member of the Emirati ruling family, highlighted the positive impact of women’s leadership and perspectives…

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Empowering Women in STEM: Bridging the Gender Gap in Middle Eastern Science and Technology

Despite notable advancements in the Middle East, the underrepresentation of women in the fields of science and engineering remains a significant challenge in the region. Experts argue that concerted efforts are needed to rectify this imbalance and empower women to pursue careers in science and technology fully.The 2021 UNESCO Science Report reveals that globally, only…

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