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The Women of Wisdom series by Curtin University Dubai celebrates the achievements and wisdom of remarkable women from diverse fields. Through powerful storytelling and intimate discussions, this series empowers future leaders to envision their path forward with resilience and determination. Join us in celebrating voices that inspire change and growth.

6 December 2024

Friday
9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Venue

Conference Hall, Ground Floor, Block 10, Dubai International Academic City

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Highlights so far

From entrepreneurship to leadership and personal development, each Women of Wisdom event features experts who have redefined success on their own terms. With topics covering innovative business ideas, mental resilience, and work-life balance, this series provides actionable insights for aspiring leaders.

Why Attend

  • Network with like-minded individuals
  • Meet inspiring role models
  • Learn skills that fuel personal and professional growth
  • Become part of a supportive community that champions female empowerment and leadership

Agenda

Featured Speakers

Professor Harlene Hayne
Vice-Chancellor, Curtin University

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Thereshini Peter
Chief Financial Officer for GCC, Visa Inc

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Banali Luthra Malhotra
Board Member and Advisor

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Hala Matar Choufany
President, Middle East, Africa & South Asia – HVS

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Maria Vitoratos
Career Specialist, Educator, & Researcher

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Want to learn from visionary women who have turned challenges into opportunities?

The upcoming edit will feature accomplished entrepreneurs, seasoned executives, and community leaders sharing their unique stories and life lessons.

Previous Events

Nov 2022
The event began with an interactive session on ‘Glass ceiling – Cracked but not shattered yet!’ by Dr Nidhi Sehgal. Followed by a panel discussion on ‘Wisdom and perspectives of resilience through the life journey of women in different stages of life’. Wrapping up with a light and humorous workshop on ‘Assertive Communication’ led by Maria Vitoratos. We also had the pleasure of hosting a 9 year old girl in the panel, who is a coder, along with her equally talented 7 year old sister.

Nov 2023
Yugo Girl! Powered by Yugo Dubailand has been our biggest WoW edition to date. It started with a ’Designing
boundaries to thrive at work and home’ workshop by Ms Maria Vitoratos. Moving on to a panel on ‘How mental health contributes to career progression‘, and ending with a second panel on ‘Unconventional career opportunity creators‘. This edition also saw a child business owner, the girl behind BobRockz Cookies! She was accompanied by
her mother

Highlights from past events

Don’t miss your chance to be inspired. 

For more information, please contact events@curtindubai.ac.ae