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Startup Panorama Edition 10.0 features the inspiring stories of some of Dubai's women in tech on the hurdles they faced, support they found in the ecosystem and why they chose to build their startups in the Emirate.

When we undervalue the importance of women and youth in our economic system, we not only hinder our collective recovery, but also hold systems back from preparedness for future crisis. With the world changing so drastically, we have the unique opportunity to shape the future they deserve.

"I didn't think my business was ever managed badly, but it's definitely managed a whole lot better now. But more than anything, I will be happier. More balanced, less stressed, and more appreciative of what really matters."

While the road to gender equality is still being paved, women around the world stand united against inequality, whether in the workplace or at home.

In honor of International Women's Day, we're celebrating the women who've had a huge impact on the feminist movement.

Held under the Flow Talks banner, the free-to-attend, open-to-all event showcases successful women as shining examples of society, who have the passion, dedication, and perseverance to push themselves to the limit and succeed in their chosen craft and personal advocacies.

With International Women's Day around the corner, and an #EachForEqual theme that calls for gender equality in and out of the workplace, more and more women are raising the bar higher than ever before.

Don't buy shoes thinking you'll break them in; it won't happen.

No longer just a way to tell time, luxury watches have become statement pieces that say a lot about who you are.

One in three startups in the region today were founded by or are led by women- a higher percentage than in Silicon Valley.

Insights from the latest installment of Entrepreneur Middle East Round Table, presented by du.

What it takes to build a gender-balanced, diverse workplace

The World Development Report (WDR) 2019, released by World Bank under the title The Changing Nature of Work, states that developing the skillsets of all members of society, especially women, and enabling them in their workplace will protect communities around the world from the negative impact of technology.

"As Chair of Hinduja Bank, and through its subsidiary, Hinduja Bank Middle East, I have seen first-hand the improvements that can be made when businesses give women a greater role. I have been inspired by the efforts made in the Emirates."

Entrepreneur Middle East's 2019 Achieving Women Awards, in association with RiiSE, presented by du and Accor, celebrated the accomplishments of women across the MENA region

There's no shortage of events convened under the guise of empowering women- but what happens when the conversation is over? The Achieving Women Forum provides a platform for dialogue- and the opportunity to put those words into action.

Former Australia Prime Minister Julia Gillard, athlete and adventurer Erik Weihenmayer (the first blind person to reach the summit of Mount Everest), and FTI Group Managing Director Roula Jouny are among the personalities scheduled to speak at the RiiSE Conference: Achieving Women Forum.

Nadine Mezher's quest against the traditional financial industry which "was not designed to be fair."

Downloaded by more than 300 million people globally, Duolingo is determined that you continue to learn your chosen languages, even inspiring Internet memes based on its persistent notifications for you to study.

Hala Badri is uninhibited about her drive and dedication for the UAE, with her happily paying credit to the nation for having enabled all of what she has achieved so far.

Celebrating Emirati Women's Day is extremely significant, because not only are Emirati women half of our society, but they are shaping our present, and our future.