{"id":36645,"date":"2021-03-15T13:58:02","date_gmt":"2021-03-15T09:58:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.dubaicityguide.com\/site\/?p=36645"},"modified":"2021-03-15T13:58:02","modified_gmt":"2021-03-15T09:58:02","slug":"jumeirah-group-honours-female-empowerment-in-celebration-of-international-womens-day-2021","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.dubaicityguide.com\/site\/jumeirah-group-honours-female-empowerment-in-celebration-of-international-womens-day-2021\/","title":{"rendered":"Jumeirah Group Honours Female Empowerment In Celebration Of International Women’s Day 2021"},"content":{"rendered":"

In honour of International Women\u2019s Day (IWD) 2021last week, Jumeirah Group hosted a special lunch of thought-provoking discussions with some of the country\u2019s most aspirational women.<\/p>\n

A historical moment on the global calendar, this year\u2019s theme was #ChooseToChallengeto call out gender bias and inequality. With inclusivity a core value of its business, Jumeirahbrought together women from a myriad of industries and backgrounds to mark the occasion, each having made a significant impact on their respective sectors. This included Government and private entity leaders as well as self-made entrepreneurs who have started successful businesses in fields such as luxury, technology, retail, and fashion to support and boost self-confidence. Senior media and communications figures also attended as well as financial, technology and senior legal councils who continue to shape the nation\u2019s corporate world. A truly diverse group, the event was a reflection of the UAE\u2019s long-term outlook to empower women in leadership roles.<\/p>\n

Framed by stunning views of Dubai\u2019s iconic Burj Al Arab Jumeirah, the \u2018meeting of minds\u2019 took place at Pierchic, the multi-award-winning restaurant perched at the end of the private pier at Jumeirah Al Qasr, in accordance with all Government safety directives. Hosted by Asmaa Quorrich, Senior Vice President of Marketing at Jumeirah Group, who leads a team that is 68% female, and Head Chef Beatrice Segoni, one of the most celebrated Michelin Chefs of Florence, Italy, the event saw each woman tell their remarkable story,while collectively sharing empowering words of optimism for a more equitable and sustainable society.<\/p>\n

The event forms part of Jumeirah\u2019s month-long campaign to celebrate female strength and resilience, encouraging people to pause, reflect and celebrate #HerMoment by sharing precious moments with the women in their lives and encouraging self-love.<\/p>\n

Asmaa Quorrich, Senior Vice President Marketing at Jumeirah Group<\/strong>, commented: \u201cIt was an honour to join this remarkable group in celebration of this year\u2019s International Women\u2019s Day. I was incredibly inspired to hear their stories and feel immensely proud to have stood alongside women who have achieved so much.As women, we are nurturing by nature, providing the people around us with the space to grow and prosper, whether personally or professionally. If we can encourage women to be authentic, to embrace and harness this quality, and to be comfortable with their vulnerabilities, the world will be a better place.I also believe that increased communication will push forward and empower more women, shining a spotlight on specific challenges to drive a more equal and sustainable society. Personally, I aim to continue this dialogue at every opportunity.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n

Sophia Jalal, Business Executive Officer for Nestle Nutrition Middle East and North Africa<\/strong>, was one of the attendees, adding:\u00a0\u201cI was very pleased to be part of the International Women\u2019s Day event at Pierchic celebrating women and our empowerment \u2013 a subject that is very dear to my heart. I am a strong advocate of female empowerment and at large, diversity and inclusion.\u00a0 For me, International Women\u2019s Day is about celebrating women\u2019s everyday achievements and giving them the space to express themselves and deliver their best work. More than 20 years ago when I started my corporate career, the situation of working women was a lot different, however today there is a spotlight on the subject with the workplaces being incredibly supportive of their female employees.<\/em>\u201d<\/p>\n

Also in attendance was\u00a0Joumana Al Darwish, Founder of HappyBox and HappyStudio, <\/strong>who said:\u201cInternational Women\u2019s Day is incredibly important because it allows us to celebrate each and every woman around us. I think we all have a responsibility as women to elevate and inspire each other. I think it\u2019s imperative that all women support each other not just on International Women\u2019s Day but every day. Us females are incredibly talented and there is so much room for growth together if we support one another. At the HappyBox and the Happy Studio, we are very fortunate because 80% of our staff is female and we celebrate and support them through various training and development workshops and mentorship programs as well. We provide them with equal opportunities to grow and thrive in the workplace.\u201d <\/em><\/p>\n

Diana Hamade, Lawyer and Founder of the International Advocate Legal Services\u00a0<\/strong>added: \u201cI believe that women are celebrated everyday of our lives \u2013 by nature, by our families and communities. But on International Women\u2019s Day, we share stories and experiences of women who have challenged the status quo and managed to set themselves apart as role models carving a better path for future generations. So, Happy International Women\u2019s Day to all women.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n

The event also saw attendance from\u00a0Najwa Attiga, General Counsel at Emirates Investment Authority,<\/strong>who said:\u201cTo me, this occasion marks a day when women across the world are recognised for their achievements and contributions to their families, society, the economy, science and other sectors. On International Women\u2019s Day, we celebrate women’s work and accomplishments, we uplift those who need support and a regrateful to all the women who are role models starting with my own great mother, as well as all women who strived for gender equality even before we were born.It is also a day to reflect on the road ahead, and what remains to be done in our quest for promoting women’s rights, economic empowerment, and gender equality.<\/em><\/p>\n

At the Pierchic event, I was fortunate to connect with successful local and international women who are as passionate about issues related to empowering women as I am. We discussed our careers and how we had to adapt to the effect of the Covid-19 pandemic, which has in many ways, deepened preexisting gender inequalities. We also shared stories and laughs and we saluted one another for all the amazing work we do on daily basis.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n

Joy Ajlouny, Former Co-Founder and CMO of Fetchr, <\/strong>also attended and commented: \u201cTo me, women empowerment is about dignity and self-determination, and about finding your passion.Too many women rely on getting married and bearing children as their accomplishments in their lives. Marriages end and children grow up and move out. Women need to have something to hold onto that they accomplished for themselves. They need to set goals and accomplish them, this is what truly gives them dignity and a feeling of self-worth. What I have found is that when a woman goes out and makes money, it gives her a sense of accomplishment. Whether it\u2019s $100 or 100 million, earning a paycheck gives you self-determination, it gives you your dignity and your freedom. I thoroughly enjoyed the Pierchic event, meeting a group of women who created their own destinies and earned their paychecks and their dignity by following their passion. That to me is women empowerment.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n

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